Technical Associate - Research & Development
Location: Marlborough, MA 01752
Duration: 12 months contract with possible extension
Payrate: $32.00/hr. on w2 basis
Job Description
* 1-2 years of hands‑on experience in the chemical industry or a similar environment.
* Experience with a diverse range of analytical equipment, including SEM, XRF, XRD, wet chemical techniques, and surface analysis methods.
* Familiarity with electroplating techniques and electrochemistry. Hands‑on experience in electroplating. Strongly preferred.
* Curiosity and excitement to learn about the electronics industry.
* Experience with application testing of electronic devices. - Preferred
* Experience with corrosion science or surface science. Preferred
* Experience with Lean Six Sigma or certification. Preferred
* Adept at hands‑on lab work, creative thinking, and problem solving in a fast‑paced laboratory environment.
* Conduct experiments and evaluations independently.
* Assume responsibility for executing project workflows, including electroplating, wet chemistry formulation, chemical analysis, and device functional testing.
* Collaborate with R&D and other functions to successfully deliver against project goals and timelines.
* Clearly and concisely communicate research to team members of varying technical backgrounds.
* Ensure compliance with personal and process safety practices, product integrity, and environmental stewardship.
Qualifications
* A bachelor's or master's degree in a scientific or engineering field. Preferred. Will accept Masters 1-2 years of hands‑on experience in the chemical industry or a similar environment.
* Strong bias for action.
* Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven team player.
* Commit to our core safety values and ethical conduct.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* English fluency.
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