Our Research and Development group seeks a Laboratory Technician to:- Support innovation projects and execute lab formulation processes- Provide lab support of projects from Quality and Manufacturing functions**Essential Roles and Activities**:- Conduct physical and chemical testing of commercial or experimental formulations of crop protection- Check chemical stability of formulations with analytical tests (LC, GC, GC-MS) and interpret analytical outputs.- Provide a record of compositions, test results, methods etc.
in lab notebooks- Prepare reports, presentations on results of laboratory testing- Collaborate with internal function across the company such as (Marketing, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Legal) to resolve issues, compatible with project success criteria and timelines.- Collaborate with external companies (suppliers of ingredients, toll manufacturers of agricultural active ingredients and formulations, contract laboratories and universities) to evaluate alternative raw materials and technologies.- Conduct process studies on commercial or experimental formulations- Prepare formulations for field and regulatory studies- Support management of chemical inventory and chemical waste- Identify lab equipment to facilitate lab safety and project efficiency- Support establishment of trade secrets, patents, etc., involving formulations- Work in accordance with established SOP's and procedures- Input into process improvements and working practices- Travel (<10% of time) to attend conferences, field tests, manufacturing trials, and training**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:- ** Education**: Three years degree course/Bachelor's degree or similar (high school diploma) in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical & Process engineering or related fields.- ** Experience**:1-5 years of chemical laboratory experience (industrial or academic) in preparing formulations for agriculture, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, cleaners, or food, or personal care industries**Desired Qualifications**:- Hands-on experience with multi-phase mixtures (dispersions, emulsions, etc.)
with various formulation production or analytical piece of equipment- Ability to work in a team environment- Ability to prioritize time and tasks and to work in a busy environment- Flexibility to learn new tasks and skills- Have good organizational and communication skills