Technical Associate – R&D (Microscopy & Materials Analysis)

Location: Wilmington, Delaware, United States; 100% on-site in a laboratory with no remote work options

Salary: $74,900 annually

Company

hirify.global provides staffing and technical talent solutions for laboratory, engineering, and scientific assignments.

What you will do

• Prepare diverse material samples using mechanical polishers, plasma and sputter coaters, and precision FIB-SEM milling and lift-out techniques.
• Operate a Focused-Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscope during the second shift for high-resolution imaging, EDS, and EBSD analysis.
• Assess basic data quality, organize analytical outputs, and compile reports for R&D, technical service, development, and manufacturing customers.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and troubleshooting according to laboratory procedures.
• Handle and dispose of chemical and laboratory waste in compliance with environmental and institutional protocols.
• Coordinate priorities and handoffs with first-shift operators while meeting tight analytical timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant hands-on technical training.
• Ability to work 100% on-site in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, on a permanent second shift of approximately 4:00 PM–12:30 AM.
• Strong attention to detail, written and verbal communication, collaboration, and adherence to laboratory safety protocols.
• Training will take place during daytime hours, approximately 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, for the first three months.

Nice to have

• Hands-on academic or industrial experience with electron microscopy, including SEM, FIB, or TEM.
• Experience with chemical handling, solution preparation, and laboratory safety.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual renewal contract assignment.
• For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer: major medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.
• Statutory sick pay where required.
• Work in a hands-on analytical laboratory supporting research, development, technical service, and manufacturing operations.