R&D Technician
Plano, Texas
R&D Technician
Plano, TX
$20/HR
The R&D Technician will be art of the Measurement Sciences (Analytical & QA Sciences) team. This scientist will perform biopolymers associated compounds analysis, including dietary fiber, beta-glucan, protein, and oil etc. testing for company operation groups. The primary responsibility is to accurately determine dietary fiber and/or beta-glucan content of targeted analytes by established sample preparation processes, standardized methods, routine equipment operations, data collection and interpretations. Additional responsibilities include instrument troubleshooting, recording and reporting data into a laboratory information management system.
R&D Technician Responsibilities:
R&D Technician Requirements:
Plano, TX
$20/HR
The R&D Technician will be art of the Measurement Sciences (Analytical & QA Sciences) team. This scientist will perform biopolymers associated compounds analysis, including dietary fiber, beta-glucan, protein, and oil etc. testing for company operation groups. The primary responsibility is to accurately determine dietary fiber and/or beta-glucan content of targeted analytes by established sample preparation processes, standardized methods, routine equipment operations, data collection and interpretations. Additional responsibilities include instrument troubleshooting, recording and reporting data into a laboratory information management system.
R&D Technician Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with test requestors & mangers to effectively prioritize tasks.
- Prepare and maintain chemicals, solutions, and equipment as needed for the performance of analyses.
- Process submitted samples into forms ready for analysis (i.e., milling).
- Follow standard operating procedures to determine dietary fiber and beta-glucan contents as well as protein, ash, fat and moisture.
- Document all testing data in appropriate online system/programs and communicate results in an accurate and timely manner.
- Organize and purge samples on a regular basis.
- Follow Good Lab Practices (GLP) and established processes to secure laboratory safety, instrument performance as well as data quality.
- Assist managers in the smooth running of the lab (i.e. lab safety audit).
R&D Technician Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, food science, material science, or related discipline with 2+ years’ experience in a laboratory environment.
- Master’s degree is preferred.
- HPLC or IC operation experience is preferred.
- Basic understanding of food nutrients such as fiber, beta-glucan, protein and oil.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver accurate results to needed timelines.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and familiarity with Microsoft 365 such as Microsoft Excel and Words.
- Ability and willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to new ways of working, especially data recording platforms (i.e. LabVantage).
- Experience with Good Lab Practices and excellent understanding of hazardous chemicals to secure laboratory safety.
- Strong organizational skills, with an ability to keep neat, orderly, and complete records.
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