Technologist - Research & Development - Contract at TalentBurst, Inc.
Wilmington, DE
About the Job
Job Title: Technologist - Research & Development
Location: Wilmington, DE
Duration: 12+ months
Description:
• Conduct wear and friction tribology experiments, by operating various instruments and equipment in the lab.
• Interpret and analyze results, recognize erroneous or unexpected outcomes, and make suggestions for a path forward.
• Characterize material structure and performance, using various microscopic and spectroscopic techniques, including: Optical Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Laser-Scanning Confocal Microscopy, Surface Profilometry, and Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR).
• Properly document and report all experimental data
Present findings and results at team meetings.
• Prepare and press samples for tribology testing
Coordinate machining of test samples, and test fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments
Author and prepare instrument manuals and SOPs.
• Participate and follow all safety policies and best practices
Support process safety management (PSM) by maintaining laboratory safety documentation.
• Order and purchase supplies when needed
Maintain chemical, resin and experimental sample inventory.
• Coordinate outside laboratory testing, including shipping samples following proper DOT rules and regulations.
Quals--
• BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge or working experience with polymers is preferred.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of testing methods and instruments.
• Prior experience with mechanical testing equipment is preferred.
• Experience with LabVIEW, and CAD software is a plus.
• Experience with surface profilometry, and other micro-analysis techniques is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
new grad would be considered
onsite role only, no remote option.
lab coat, safety glass and safety shoes
#TB_PH
Location: Wilmington, DE
Duration: 12+ months
Description:
• Conduct wear and friction tribology experiments, by operating various instruments and equipment in the lab.
• Interpret and analyze results, recognize erroneous or unexpected outcomes, and make suggestions for a path forward.
• Characterize material structure and performance, using various microscopic and spectroscopic techniques, including: Optical Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Laser-Scanning Confocal Microscopy, Surface Profilometry, and Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR).
• Properly document and report all experimental data
Present findings and results at team meetings.
• Prepare and press samples for tribology testing
Coordinate machining of test samples, and test fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments
Author and prepare instrument manuals and SOPs.
• Participate and follow all safety policies and best practices
Support process safety management (PSM) by maintaining laboratory safety documentation.
• Order and purchase supplies when needed
Maintain chemical, resin and experimental sample inventory.
• Coordinate outside laboratory testing, including shipping samples following proper DOT rules and regulations.
Quals--
• BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge or working experience with polymers is preferred.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of testing methods and instruments.
• Prior experience with mechanical testing equipment is preferred.
• Experience with LabVIEW, and CAD software is a plus.
• Experience with surface profilometry, and other micro-analysis techniques is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
new grad would be considered
onsite role only, no remote option.
lab coat, safety glass and safety shoes
#TB_PH
