Research Assistant - Analytical Labs Job at HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm, Hershey, PA

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  • HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm
  • Hershey, PA

Job Description

The successful candidate will provide laboratory support to help commission workflows for projects critical to long-term company initiatives. This role involves method development, optimization, routine testing, and troubleshooting laboratory processes and equipment as needed. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with analytical techniques of mixed complexity and the ability to perform tasks both independently and under supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Project Support

  • Assist scientists with project work under varying levels of supervision.
  • Support GC, GC/MS, and HPLC workflows.
  • Provide technical input on ongoing projects and assist in scoping new ones.

Routine Testing

  • Conduct simple to complex sample analyses, from extraction to data interpretation and reporting.
  • Prepare equipment, reagents, standards, and controls.
  • Perform data analysis and assist in interpreting results when needed.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.

Method Development

  • Support the development, optimization, and qualification of new and existing analytical methods.

Top Technical Skills

  1. Wet analytical chemistry
  2. Chromatography techniques (HPLC, GC, with exposure to GC/MS)
  3. Familiarity with laboratory software such as Agilent Masshunter, Waters Empower, and Labware LIMS

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience operating and maintaining chromatography instruments.
  • Proven ability to maintain and troubleshoot general lab equipment.
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation and reporting skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively, adapting to changing priorities as projects evolve.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
  • Open to new graduates with relevant lab coursework or internship experience.
  • 1–3+ years of laboratory experience preferred.

Software & Tools

  • Labware LIMS (or similar LIMS software)
  • Agilent Masshunter
  • Waters Empower
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Job Tags

Internship, Work at office,

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