What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research and Development Technician position at Apex Systems?
Job Details
Job#: 2069630
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Works in a safe manner and strictly adheres to all environment, health, and safety protocols specified as well as those specified by local, state, and federal regulations/laws.
Completes tasks fully and on-time; keeps scientists/project leaders informed regarding status of work and promptly communicates any problems with tasks or questionable data.
Independently and in collaboration with others, plans and organizes work to be done.
Prepares glass (e.g. cutting, labeling, heating) glass, coated glass, and non-glass specimens. Test samples (e.g., chemical/environmental durability, etc.) of coated and non-coated specimens.
Uses a variety of instruments (e.g., spectrophotometers, electrical probes, ellipsometers, optical microscopes, cameras) to characterize samples and document the observations. Organizes and records data, results, and summaries in appropriate lab notebooks, spreadsheets, etc. Performs data analytics (e.g., statistical analysis) of experimental and trial data) and summarizes validity of experimental results based on these analytics.
Helps develop new methods of characterizing processes including new tools, instrumentation, and data acquisition tools.
At times, performs tasks, such as those described above, at production facilities, customer facilities, supplier facilities, and/or other facilities pursuant to R&D projects/activities.
Executes other tasks as appropriate for a laboratory technician including, e.g., lab space management / housekeeping and tasks that support safe working conditions and practices
Desired Skills/Experience:
Aptitude and desire to do hands-on laboratory experiments and plant trials and surveys, and experience doing such work
Experience using laboratory instrumentation and experimentation
Experience with simple design of new tools or processes for fabrication of functional devices
Experience in organizing, plotting, and analyzing experimental data and writing laboratory reports
Hands on experience in operating and maintaining equipment; work outside a laboratory setting may be considered equivalent
Good written and verbal communication skills
Takes initiative and is resourceful; exhibits an ability to develop and apply novel methods for solving problems
Proactive with ability to work:
(1) independently without frequent/close supervision and
(2) as a member of a highly matrixed team comprising a variety of science and technology professionals in a fast-paced environment
Aptitude and desire to continually learn and expand skill set via hands-on learning, self-study/readings, and learning from other personnel
Additional Desirable Skills:
v Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and experience with statistical software packages such as JMP and Minitab is desirable
v Experience with software for instrumentation (e.g., LabView, Python, C , C#) is preferred
v Experience with high temperature processes and measurements is preferred.
Education:
Associate Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, and Material Science
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Works in a safe manner and strictly adheres to all environment, health, and safety protocols specified as well as those specified by local, state, and federal regulations/laws.
Completes tasks fully and on-time; keeps scientists/project leaders informed regarding status of work and promptly communicates any problems with tasks or questionable data.
Independently and in collaboration with others, plans and organizes work to be done.
Prepares glass (e.g. cutting, labeling, heating) glass, coated glass, and non-glass specimens. Test samples (e.g., chemical/environmental durability, etc.) of coated and non-coated specimens.
Uses a variety of instruments (e.g., spectrophotometers, electrical probes, ellipsometers, optical microscopes, cameras) to characterize samples and document the observations. Organizes and records data, results, and summaries in appropriate lab notebooks, spreadsheets, etc. Performs data analytics (e.g., statistical analysis) of experimental and trial data) and summarizes validity of experimental results based on these analytics.
Helps develop new methods of characterizing processes including new tools, instrumentation, and data acquisition tools.
At times, performs tasks, such as those described above, at production facilities, customer facilities, supplier facilities, and/or other facilities pursuant to R&D projects/activities.
Executes other tasks as appropriate for a laboratory technician including, e.g., lab space management / housekeeping and tasks that support safe working conditions and practices
Desired Skills/Experience:
Aptitude and desire to do hands-on laboratory experiments and plant trials and surveys, and experience doing such work
Experience using laboratory instrumentation and experimentation
Experience with simple design of new tools or processes for fabrication of functional devices
Experience in organizing, plotting, and analyzing experimental data and writing laboratory reports
Hands on experience in operating and maintaining equipment; work outside a laboratory setting may be considered equivalent
Good written and verbal communication skills
Takes initiative and is resourceful; exhibits an ability to develop and apply novel methods for solving problems
Proactive with ability to work:
(1) independently without frequent/close supervision and
(2) as a member of a highly matrixed team comprising a variety of science and technology professionals in a fast-paced environment
Aptitude and desire to continually learn and expand skill set via hands-on learning, self-study/readings, and learning from other personnel
Additional Desirable Skills:
v Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and experience with statistical software packages such as JMP and Minitab is desirable
v Experience with software for instrumentation (e.g., LabView, Python, C , C#) is preferred
v Experience with high temperature processes and measurements is preferred.
Education:
Associate Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, and Material Science
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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