Job Title: R&D Lab Tech

Position Overview:
The R&D Lab Contractor will play a crucial role in supporting the Catalyst Scale Up R&D team by delivering hands-on laboratory and technical assistance throughout the catalyst development process. This dynamic role calls for a reliable, self-motivated individual with strong attention to detail, a passion for safety, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold Operating Discipline principles and strictly follow all laboratory safety procedures to ensure a secure and efficient work environment.
  

• Prepare, analyze, and test catalysts while following protocols and instructions provided by the R&D team.
  

• Develop expertise in the safe sampling, handling, and analysis of catalysts, catalyst components, and raw materials, including air- and moisture-sensitive substances. Employ advanced laboratory techniques such as vacuum lines, inert atmosphere glove boxes, and nitrogen padding.
  

• Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples as needed.
  

• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste according to RCRA standards and company policies.
  

• Maintain up-to-date inventory of catalysts, ligands, intermediates, and gas cylinders.
  

• Oversee general laboratory maintenance, including upkeep of vacuum systems, glove boxes, and gas cylinder repairs.
  

• Operate and maintain lab-scale reactors, ensuring reliability and accurate data collection.

Preferred Experience:

• 1–2 years of relevant laboratory, industrial, chemical, maintenance, or technical experience.
  

• Background in chemistry strongly preferred.
  

• Hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing, research, laboratory, or technical settings.
  

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safety-focused work environment.
  

• Mechanical aptitude and/or experience with laboratory or industrial equipment is desirable.

Preferred Education:

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Process Technology, or a related field required.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related science field is preferred.
  

• Equivalent laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Work Schedule:
We offer flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance, including:

• Option 1: Five 8-hour days per week
  

• Option 2: Four 9-hour days plus one 4-hour day, typically with the shorter day scheduled on Fridays. Alternate arrangements may be made as needed.

Preferred Technical Experience:
Candidates with proficiency operating or working around the following equipment will be highly valued:

• Glove boxes
  

• Vacuum pumps
  

• Laboratory chemical apparatus
  

• Laboratory reactors
  

• Wet chemistry instrumentation
  

• Chemical processing equipment

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