Lab Technician - Chemistry

Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Laboratory Technician to join our team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for performing experiments following established standard operating procedures, maintaining lab equipment and supplies, and ensuring safety in our wet lab facilities.
• This role plays a critical part in supporting the smooth operation of our laboratory and contributing to the success of our research and development activities.

Responsibilities

• Executing established standard operating procedures (SOPs), which includes cleaning laboratory glassware using appropriate techniques, preparing, and processing organic solutions, and handling electrical and mechanical components in our system.
• Accurately document all laboratory experiments, including objectives, methods, results, and observations. Ensure traceability and reproducibility of experiments.
• Organize and maintain laboratory parts, supplies, and equipment. Conduct regular inventory checks and reorder supplies, as necessary.
• Prepare reports or summaries of experimental findings as needed for internal review and collaboration. Communicate effectively regarding laboratory needs, issues, or changes.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., chemistry, biology, biochemistry, engineering) or equivalent with 5+ years of related experience.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques involving organic chemicals and solvents, and additional training will be provided.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage inventory.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines for handling hazardous chemicals, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and operation of lab safety equipment like fume hoods.
• Good documentation, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in organic chemistry, optics, and crystallization.
• Experience in slicing and polishing brittle samples such as glass and ceramics.

Years of Experience: 5+ Years of Experience.

Top 3 Must-Have Skills

Familiarity with Basic Laboratory Techniques

Experience working with organic chemicals and solvents.

Ability to follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for experiments, cleaning glassware, and handling lab components.

Organizational and Inventory Management Skills

Ability to organize and maintain laboratory parts, supplies, and equipment.

Conduct regular inventory checks and reorder supplies as needed.

Safety and Compliance Awareness

Ability to follow safety guidelines for handling hazardous chemicals.

Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and operation of lab safety equipment (e.g., fume hoods).

Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Clean laboratory glassware using appropriate techniques.

Prepare and process organic solutions.

Handle electrical and mechanical components in lab systems.

Document Laboratory Experiments

Accurately record objectives, methods, results, and observations for all experiments.

Ensure traceability and reproducibility of experimental work.

Organize and Maintain Lab Supplies and Equipment

Keep laboratory parts, supplies, and equipment organized.

Conduct regular inventory checks and reorder supplies, as necessary.

Prepare Reports and Summaries

Create reports or summaries of experimental findings for internal review and collaboration.

Communicate effectively regarding laboratory needs, issues, or changes.

Ensure Safety and Compliance

Follow safety guidelines for handling hazardous chemicals.

Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and operate lab safety equipment (e.g., fume hoods).

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and regulatory requirements