Research And Development Technician

Job Summary :

The candidate will assume a variety of responsibilities in support of the elemental analysis (ICP / ICPMS) and separation MS (GPC / GC / LC / IC) groups within DuPont Analytical Sciences Laboratories located in Experimental Stations, Wilmington, DE. The candidate will work under the direction of technical staff to provide analytical support for R&D, TS&D and Manufacturing as needed.

Key job responsibilities include :

• Preparation of samples, reagents and standards for elemental analysis (ICP / ICPMS) and separation MS (GPC / GC / LC / IC), following a standard procedure (wet chemistry, microwave digestion)
• Data acquisition and assessing basic data quality
• Perform routine instrument (ICP / GPC / GC / LC in particular) operation and maintenance
• Dispose of lab waste and other lab maintenance following a set protocol
• Cleaning and restocking lab areas as needed
• Purchases routine lab supplies and reagents
• Retrieve, move and connect / disconnect cylinders for the purpose of analysis
• Work safely at all times and ensure a safety culture and a safe working environment in the laboratory.
• Skills in sample preparation and experience with a variety of lab equipment in a chemical laboratory setting are highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with common Elemental Analysis sample preparation methods such as acid digestion including use of HF and open / closed vessel microwave-assisted digestions.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office software. Prior experience in ICP / ICPMS and GPC / LC / GC / MS is highly preferred but is not a requirement.
• Prior experience in industrial analytical lab is a plus. An ability to work well with other people under tight timelines and conflicting priorities is critical.

Minimum Qualifications :

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