Research Associate I

Description

Job Title: Research Associate I

Job Description: As a part of the Research and Development team, the Research Associate will participate in the development and commercialization of new technologies within the environmental and related sectors, to drive growth within the Company. Working closely with other R&D staff, candidates will conduct various tasks, including experimental setup and operation, sample preparation & analysis, product formulation, and other testing within well-defined guidelines. The results and outcomes of these tasks will be documented and communicated internally in support of new product development. Working within the R&D lab, candidates will also be required to keep a safe and clean working environment. This position is located in San Clemente, CA.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Organize and execute prescribed laboratory experiments in support of developing product lines and technologies. This includes batch and soil column studies
• Perform product formulation and optimization studies
• Document all procedures, data, and results in notebooks
• Analyze results and summarize experimental data in graphs or reports
• Present experimental procedures and data in presentations as needed
• Prepare other written technical materials for external communications
• Coordinate with 3rd party analytical labs and analyze data
• Follow laboratory compliance and safety policies
• Assist with the disposal of hazardous materials and keep records of the disposal
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related area of engineering
• Experience or interest in environmental remedation, water treatment, and similar areas
• 0-3 years experience in an industrial research setting
• Experience with a wide range of wet chemistry laboratory practices including making solutions, titrations, and handling of volatile chemicals
• Excellent math skills and an attention to detail
• Aptitude for constructing and troubleshooting custom experimental setups
• Ability to perform calculations, use syringes, and weigh materials to prepare solutions.
• Hands on experience with laboratory instrumentation including GC/MS and UV-Visible spectrometer
• Ability to stand and work within a laboratory environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Exhibits individual initiative and the ability to work independently
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Pay/Benefits:

This position will be within the range of $75,000-$95,000/year. REGENESIS offers a generous benefits program including paid time off (PTO), life insurance, health insurance for employees and their families and employees a 401K program.

No relocation assistance is available for this position.