Laboratory Chemist

We have a current opportunity for a Engineering Research Technician on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Allentown. For further information about this position please apply.

We are seeking an entry level Laboratory technician - Chemist with laboratory experience for the Product Development Team to work closely with a Senior Scientist to develop and evaluate new materials for gas separation membrane applications. This is a 2-year contract position based at our HQ in Allentown, PA, with potential for a full-time role contingent on performance and willingness to relocate to St. Louis, Missouri after 2 years (tentatively around 2027/28). In this position you will:

• Be part of a global organization developing gas separation membranes from concept to commercialization
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to produce creative solutions for technical challenges.
• Conduct chemical synthesis, material analysis, and product evaluation at our world class technology facility located in Allentown, PA.
• Be able to advance and grow in knowledge, capabilities, and responsibilities within the technology organization.

 
About the Position: You will be a part of the Product Development Team in the Product and Applications Development organization within Membrane Solutions. You will work closely with a Senior Scientist to execute product development plans and support laboratory operations as needed with analysis and chemical expertise.
Position Responsibilities Include:

• Perform all operations according to our safety requirements and maintain workplace safety in complete alignment with our Total Safety Philosophy
• Conduct experiments following established procedures under the direction of a Sr. Scientist to develop new materials with desired properties. Ability to work with hazardous chemicals in a safe manner following existing procedures.
• Accurately document all experiments including observations and results and maintain laboratory records.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory chemical inventory.
• Employ standard analytical techniques to characterize materials and test polymers to evaluate their performance under different conditions and environment.
• Assist in maintaining all laboratory and analytical equipment. Identify potential improvements to equipment operations and laboratory procedures. 
• Assist in the development of weekly work objectives. Prepare data with analysis for discussion with development team. 

 
We are seeking results-oriented candidates with the following qualifications:

• B.S. in Chemistry or closely related field or A.S. with 0-2 years related industrial experience.
• Adept in laboratory techniques and equipment. Ability to accurately follow existing laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Ability to learn new methods and techniques.
• Experience in chemical research is a plus but not required.
• Communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with people with positivity from all cultures and at all organizational levels. Ability to work and contribute in a team environment.
• Ability to thrive in an environment of change.

 

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As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.