Lab Technologist (Materials Science)

Location: Onsite in Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Salary: $21.00–$28.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global develops and manufactures products requiring materials science, laboratory analysis, and product reliability testing.

What you will do

• Perform tests and analyses of materials, processes, products, and failures to support product reliability.
• Conduct analyses using metallography, polishing equipment, microphotography, chemical apparatus, mechanical and electrical testing equipment, and precision measurement tools.
• Operate advanced laboratory equipment including gas chromatographs, scanning electron microscopes, energy dispersive X-ray spectrometers, FTIR spectrometers, and differential scanning calorimeters.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and online records while accurately interpreting analytical results.
• Develop and document new analytical procedures.
• Assist with training and cross-training, participate in continuous improvement, and work with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of laboratory experience or equivalent.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal, written, and computer-based instructions in English.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to retain confidential information.
• Ability to work onsite in Blacksburg, Virginia.

Culture & Benefits

• Compensation package with bonus opportunities and matching 401(k).
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and relocation assistance.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance coverage.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, and leadership development programs.
• Employee Resource Groups and a respectful workplace culture.