Research and Development Specialist

Research and Development Specialist

JOB-10043922

Anticipated Start Date

April 21, 2025

Location

Fremont, CA

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies and services used in many industries and for Health purposes. Oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter, and energy.

With safety as their priority, training will be provided for all employees to ensure the job is done properly. This client also hires many of their full-time employees through temporary agencies so many of our roles are temp-to-hire. This gives our candidates and the client an opportunity to ensure that this will be a good fit for a full-time role with their company. All roles have an opportunity for career advancement once full time with our client and provide excellent benefits to their full-time employees.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious R&D Laboratory Specialist to join our dynamic research team. The ideal candidate will be currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and possess a strong interest in hands-on laboratory work. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional R&D environment.

Job Description

• Maintain a safe and organized R&D lab environment, actively participating in lab safety roles and protocols
• Adhere to best practices for lab notebook documentation, data storage, and backup procedures
• Perform and document inventory of chemicals and lab consumables
• Safely handle hazardous chemicals and compressed gas canisters
• Organize lab storage areas and maintain cleanliness and order
• Carry out chemical reactions, purifications, and fillings with precision, following established procedures and documenting work thoroughly

Skills Required

• Currently enrolled in a college program majoring in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong sense of teamwork and a safety-first mindset
• Experience working with water- and moisture-sensitive chemicals
• Familiarity with glove box operations and handling air-sensitive materials

Education/Training/Certifications

• College student majoring in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Additional Requirements

• B.S in chemistry or related fields is preferred.
• Shift: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm 

Pay Rate

• $33 per hour

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.