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Research Assistant

Research Assistant

LanceSoft, Inc.Aurora, IL, United States
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Job Title : Laboratory Technician / R&D Materials Science Lab Contractor

Locations : Downers Grove, Downers Grove, Il, 60515

Duration : Continued As Needed – No End Date (Temporary with Potential for Full-Time Hire)

Hours : Mon-Fri 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm

Job Summary :

  • We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Laboratory Technician to support our Research & Development (R&D) Labs, including the New Product Development, Second Sourcing, and Value Engineering teams. This is a temporary position with the potential for a full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs.
  • In this role, you will perform analytical testing on ingredients and finished products using a variety of advanced laboratory instruments. You’ll also manage shelf-life and accelerated aging studies, contributing valuable data to our R&D initiatives. Once trained, the ideal candidate will be able to work independently and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Note : This is a lab position where all food allergens (milk, soy, nuts, peanuts, wheat, egg, etc.) are present. This position also includes working in a GMP production facility as needed. This person will be involved in handling and tasting a variety of product types and subsequently exposed to them. All required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Conduct analytical testing of ingredients, powders, ready-to-drink beverages, and sports nutrition bars using equipment such as :

    • o Dynamic Light Scattering Particle Size Analyzer

    o Dynamic Vapor Sorption (DVS)

    o Polarized Light Microscope

    o Rheometer

    o Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)

    o Shear Cell

    o Other advanced lab instruments

  • Prepare and monitor ingredient and product samples for accelerated aging and shelf-life studies, and perform testing at designated intervals.
  • Record, organize, and format data using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Gain proficiency in software specific to each analytical instrument used in the lab.

    • Qualifications :

    Minimum Requirements :

  • Associate’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
  • 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience in an academic or industrial setting.
  • Experience with advanced analytical instrumentation and laboratory best practices.
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