Research Associate (Inkjet Research & Development)

Location: Fully onsite 5 days a week in Billerica, Massachusetts, United States.

Salary: $26.73–$36.79 per hour ($55,600–$76,500 annually).

Company

hirify.global Corporation develops specialty chemicals and performance materials, including inkjet colorants and other materials for transportation, infrastructure, environmental, and consumer applications.

What you will do

• Perform ink making, print testing, drawdowns, image analysis, and color evaluation to assess customer applications.
• Characterize materials by preparing samples, operating laboratory instruments, and measuring material properties.
• Conduct routine testing of pH, viscosity, particle size, surface tension, and other ink and dispersion properties.
• Plan and execute laboratory experiments for formulation optimization, product development, and material compatibility testing with scientists and engineers.
• Record, organize, and analyze experimental data; identify trends and prepare laboratory reports and interpretations.
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment, follow intellectual property and SH&E requirements, and participate in safety activities.

Requirements

• One of the following: high school diploma with 2+ years of relevant industrial or laboratory experience; associate degree in a technical or scientific discipline with 1+ years of relevant industrial or laboratory experience; or bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline.
• Passion for learning and strong interest in experimental science.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory testing equipment and protocols.
• Ability to identify out-of-range results and unusual patterns, organize data logically, and plan work to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of computers and standard office applications.
• Careful adherence to testing protocols, quality and precision orientation, and ability to follow instructions and communicate clearly.
• Ability to provide training to others and collaborate with peers by sharing information and resources.
• Ability to handle simultaneous work and complete assignments on time.

Nice to have

• Education or experience in analytical, physical, organic, or inorganic chemistry; chemical engineering; materials science and engineering; polymer science or engineering; colloid and surface science; or nanotechnology.
• Experience with Python or similar programming languages for data analytics and workflow automation.
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools for research, data analysis, workflow efficiency, and technical problem-solving.
• Coursework, laboratory experience, or demonstrated interest in ink, coating, or formulation science; pigment dispersions and colloidal stability; polymer chemistry; surface and interface science; materials characterization; analytical chemistry and instrumentation; rheology and fluid mechanics; experimental design and statistical analysis; data analysis and visualization; or printing and imaging technologies.
• Experience with electronic laboratory notebook systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, diverse, flexible, and innovation-focused team environment.
• Training, peer coaching, and support for technical growth.
• Health benefits from the first day of employment, 401(k) savings, vision and dental coverage, and an annual company-performance bonus.
• Vacation benefits and flexibility around working location, while this role remains fully onsite.
• Focus on safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability, and Responsible Care practices.