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Base pay range
$23.00/hr - $25.92/hr
VARITE is looking for qualified Technologist - Research & Development in Marlborough, MA.
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES? A premier pure-play technology solutions providers to the semiconductor and electronics industries enabling advanced computing, smart technologies and connectivity.
WHAT WE DO? Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
Job Title: Technologist - Research & Development Location: Marlborough, MA Contract Duration: 6 months (Possible Extension) Pay Rate Range: $23.00/hr. to $25.92/hr. on W2 Work Authorization: Only USC or GC No PhDs
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO Job Summary: We are looking for a Chemist/Process Chemist who is a team player with a solutions-oriented mind. The chemist will join a team dedicated for exploring and developing lithographic materials for advanced patterning solutions. This is a laboratory-based technical role focused on synthesis of organic compounds and polymers.
Position functions:
Conduct synthesis of organic compounds and polymers at laboratory scale up to several hundred grams
Use analytical tests to facilitate effective process development, characterize products and ensure final product quality.
Document experiments and help in the preparation of technology transfer packages to CROs/CMOs.
Maintaining full compliance with all departmental and site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality regulations, systems, and procedures covering laboratory and scale-up activities.
Perform routine lab and business unit maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
Maintain material database, inventory database and order chemical reagents from suppliers.
Competencies:
Synthetic organic chemistry knowledge. Polymerization experience is a plus.
Ability to evaluate safety risks and reactivity concerns in multigram scale multistep organic synthesis.
Communicate effectively, provide support, in a team setting.
Must be highly detail-oriented and organized, able to work both independently and as a team player with a positive attitude.
Demonstrates excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
Demonstrate safe behavior in the laboratory.
Develop time management strategies to ensure work is performed within required timelines.
Participate and present research progress in technical discussions and meetings.
Thrive in a team environment of shared goals and responsibilities.
Qualifications:
B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry, preferably from an ACS (American Chemical Society) accredited program
A thorough understanding of chemistry at the undergraduate level
Experience with general laboratory techniques such as distillation, filtration, closed transfer, crystallization, rotary evaporators, vacuum pumps/ovens and small/large scale glassware.
Assisting more senior chemists with their work
Perform analysis of compounds and reaction mixtures using common methods:
(HPLC, GC, MS, UV/VIS, FTIR, NMR, TLC, IR, GCMS)
Involvement in process improvement and development of production and test methods
Versatility in common IT applications (Microsoft office).
Excellent organizational skills and accuracy in experimental documentation.
Good communications skills
Thrive in a team environment of shared goals and responsibilities.
BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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