Product Development Laboratory Technician - #248488

Role

Airswift is seeking an entry level Laboratory technician/Chemist with laboratory experience for the Product Development Team to work closely with a Senior Scientist to develop new technology. This is a 2-year contract position based 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.