Jr. Scientist

Scientist requires close collaboration with a supervisor to understand project goals and scope, set task priorities, and coordinate with other scientists in the laboratory. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ approach, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated.

Client Overview:
Our client is looking to add a Jr. Scientist to their team. Success in this role will depend on a solid understanding of general chemistry, laboratory operations, and safety practices, along with strong attention to detail and comfort using standard laboratory equipment and computer software.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$23/hr - $24/hr

Position Overview:
The Jr. Scientist supports biodegradation analysis and material characterization testing by preparing analytical samples under the general direction of senior technical staff. The position follows established lab protocols and experimental procedures, accurately records experimental data, and adheres to all laboratory safety rules and regulations. The Jr. Scientist requires close collaboration with a supervisor to understand project goals and scope, set task priorities, and coordinate with other scientists in the laboratory.

Responsibilities of the Jr. Scientist:

• Perform sample preparation to purify testing substances.
• Conduct bench-level experiments in the materials characterization laboratory.
• Regularly use fume hoods, analytical balances, centrifuges, separatory funnels, and other standard laboratory equipment.
• Record experimental data in laboratory notebooks and enter data into computer software.
• Discuss experimental details and results with supervisors and colleagues.
• Effectively and safely execute assigned projects.

Required Experience/Skills for the Jr. Scientist:

• Quick learner with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Jr. Scientist:

• Demonstrated laboratory experience through research projects, internships, or prior employment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and coworkers to complete assigned projects.
• Experience with separation techniques (e.g., separatory funnels, centrifugation) and handling organic solvents.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or another laboratory-based scientific discipline is required.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

Job Wrapping ID: #LI-AJ3

About Atrium:What you do matters. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ approach, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team committed to your growth and success. By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Position ID: 405084