Research Laboratory Technician – Process Chemistry: (Chemistry Degree Required, Local Candidates Only)
Location: North Baton Rouge, LA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift
Company: Chemical Manufacturing – Process Chemistry Focus
Pay: Competitive, based on experience
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
- NO relocation offered.
- LOCAL candidates only (commutable to North Baton Rouge)
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Bachelor’s degree with minimum 23 college hours in chemistry (not biochemistry) REQUIRED
- This is NOT a general QC testing role
Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Laboratory Technician with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry to support ongoing process chemistry projects in a chemical manufacturing research environment. This role is ideal for candidates with a relevant chemistry degree and local residency, looking to contribute to cutting-edge scientific research and development. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and advancing our research initiatives. A solid understanding of laboratory procedures, analysis skills, and scientific research methodologies is essential for success in this position.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on lab work, learning specialized analytical instrumentation, and working closely with chemists and engineers to support real-world chemical processes. This role is instrumentation and research focused. Candidates with strong analytical thinking, lab discipline, and mechanical aptitude will succeed here - even if your experience comes from academic research rather than industry.
TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate and maintain specialized process-chemistry instrumentation
- Prepare samples and support method development and troubleshooting
- Collect, analyze, and document analytical data
- Perform routine instrument checks, calibration, and basic maintenance
- Follow SOPs and safety procedures in a chemical manufacturing environment
- Work closely with senior chemists on active R&D and process projects
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or BS with 23 hour college chemistry – REQUIREMENT!
- Hands-on laboratory experience (academic research or industry)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and document results accurately
- Comfortable working in an industrial lab environment
STRONGLY PREFERRED:
- Undergraduate research experience
- Experience with analytical instrumentation (any platform)
- Mechanical aptitude or comfort working with instruments and hardware
- Experience in process chemistry, chemical manufacturing, or R&D labs
SPECIFICS:
- Long-term contract with potential for extension
- Full-time, on-site position
- Days: Monday through Friday with potential for limited Overtime.
- Drug screen, background check, and TWIC card may be required prior to employment
HOW TO APPLY:
· Submit your resume in PDF or Word format.
· Only qualified local candidates apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- CHEMISTRY research: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person