Part Time Lab Technician

Our client is an international consumer goods company. They are seeking a Part Time Lab Technician to join their company in their Product Development Laboratory.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$15 – $17/hr Depending on experience

Position Overview:

This Part Time Lab Technician role is a unique opportunity for an individual to join a collaborative team testing personal care products under cGMP/GLP regulations. This is a Part Time Lab Technician position, dayshift role making it a perfect opportunity for students to gain industry experience with both chemistry and biology lab techniques!

Responsibilities of the Part Time Lab Technician:

• Tasked to both make the various batches and test the formulation and stability of those batches
• Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out measurements
• Operating standard laboratory equipment, i.e., centrifuges, microscope, pH meters, rheometers, etc.
• Performing routine tests on products such as measuring pH, specific gravity, viscosity, as well as sensory testing of color, odor, appearance and texture
• In addition to wet chemistry testing, also perform some biology experiments such as ELISA, PCR and microbial growth plating
• Keeping track of comprehensive and accurate test results
• Working upon multiple development topics and projects as required
• Use formulation experience and scientific literature to develop, justify and/or investigate formulation, processing techniques, and quality control protocols

Qualifications for the Part Time Lab Technician:

• Must be comfortable working within an R&D laboratory setting and knowledgeable about the requirements of operating & maintaining an R&D laboratory
• Self-starter who can be effective with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of the company
• Writing skills consistent with the ability to prepare concise, timely and accurate reports
• Must be able to work either full days OR half days during the work week (Monday to Friday). Roughly 20-30 hours a week depending on the student’s class schedule

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s program in a relevant science such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Microbiology or Biochemistry is required
• Must have hands-on experience with laboratory instruments
• Must have completed General Chemistry and General Biology. Other courses that would be helpful are: Microbiology, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Instrumentation Analysis, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility. (Including healthcare plans, discount programs and paid time off)