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Airswift is looking for a Research Specialist to work within their facility in Allentown, PA, for a 1-year assignment. The position exists to support lab experimentation associated with the development and transfer of technology from lab scale to commercialization. The incumbent will be involved in lab operations including chemical synthesis, purification and analysis. The candidate will be required to function effectively independently and in work teams. The position is responsible for safe operation of their lab unit and thorough documentation of observations and results
Job Responsibility:
Laboratory synthesis in support of new product development, cost reduction and optimization projects
Work with a lead researcher to design and execute experimental programs
Skilled in the operation of a variety of types of equipment and has understanding of the critical aspects of each type of experiment to ensure meaningful results
Work focuses on reaction fundamentals, operating limit determinations and separations
Analysis of laboratory and plant samples using various techniques including but not limited to chromatography, spectroscopy, rheology and titrations
Shares knowledge of specific expertise with other colleagues to advance overall competency of the technology team
Design and mechanical construction of complex or non-standard types of laboratory setups and equipment
May have responsibility for maintenance and operation of multiple pieces of equipment or lab systems
Interfaces with vendors and contractors to execute lab projects
Assisting with plant trials at manufacturing locations to help with technology transfer
Effective communication and documentation of laboratory results, collection of lab data, some basic calculations and interpretation of results from technical experimentation
Preparation of summary reports
Active participation in lab safety program including training, laboratory inspections, job safety analysis, identification of hazard potentials and task observations
Lead or participate in a site safety subcommittee or assume responsibility for a specific safety program or task
Write safe work practices and participates in or leads design hazard reviews and management of change reviews
Follows the client’s site safety policies scrupulously and maintains an accurate chemical inventory
Owns the lab safety documentation and management of one or more process research laboratory units
Requirements:
Good verbal and written communications skills
Proficiency with standard software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experienced in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of all the basic analytical tools used in the team's projects
Can adjust analytical methods to ensure meaningful and accurate data
Able to lift up to 50 pounds of lab equipment or pails of material
Bachelor or Associates degree in Chemistry or similar field
Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, including work in a chemical laboratory research environment or pilot plant
10+ years of relevant work experience in a chemical laboratory research environment preferred
Experience with organic or polymer synthesis required
Experience handling high pressure systems and catalysts is preferred
Nice to have:
10+ years of relevant work experience in a chemical laboratory research environment
Experience handling high pressure systems and catalysts