NanoComposix is a privately-held R&D and manufacturing company that develops innovative nanomaterials for research and commercial markets.  We manufacture hundreds of different variants of metal and metal-oxide core/shell nanocomposites for a wide range of applications including biosensors, medical devices, clinical diagnostics, and optical effects.  Our mission is to help our clients bring nano-enabled products to market.  We’re passionate about what we do and are looking for smart, energetic, and self-motivated individuals who take pride in their work to join our fun and innovative team in this exciting industry.  

We are an established high technology company with a track record of steady and substantial growth. If you thrive in a brilliant, fast-paced, dynamic, and mission-driven environment, join us!

Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and personal days, retirement plan with company-match, and an annual bonus program with opportunity for stock ownership in this employee-owned business.

A laboratory technician position is available at nanoComposix. Responsibilities include, but not limited to order fulfillment and inventory management support, operating and maintain instruments, general lab and infrastructure support, working with and supporting the product team to characterize nanomaterials, prepare certain standard products and certificates of analysis and carefully following relevant standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs basic laboratory tasks - buffer preparation, supply stocking, inventory and ordering, maintenance of equipment, update of associated logs.
• Support order fulfillment, shipping and inventory management.
• Assures all procedures and processing areas are maintained in a clean and organized manner.
• Support the Operations department with the performance of process qualifications and validations for procedures and equipment.
• Support the maintenance of product testing database and perform relevant statistical analyses associated with product specifications as needed.
• Prepare and perform testing of finished nanomaterials per relevant SOP; release acceptable product. 
• Perform testing as required for product validation and process validation on existing products; publish data accordingly.
• Confers with management regarding assignments and schedule and manages/prioritizes tasks to meet assigned due dates.
• Adheres to company safety and quality standards at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma with 6 months prior lab experience
• Able to multi-task, handle frequently changing job functions, and rapidly learn new techniques and approaches
• Excellent material handling skills
• Pays significant attention to detail and carefully documents all procedures, observations and methodology
• Fast learner, self-starter, personable, team-oriented and relates well to people at all levels
• Able to keep organized data and records
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• US citizenship or green card

DESIRED SKILLS:

• At least 2+ years’ prior related/hands on lab experience
• Proficiency in using precision pipettes
• Associates degree in science related discipline
• Experience with UV-Vis, DLS, Zeta-Potential, pH meters, TEM 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds daily
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and stand

APPLICATION PROCESS

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should include information on how your previous experience relates to the job requirements and your availability. Specific examples are of interest. You will not be considered without a cover letter.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.