R&D Technician I

job summary:
Are you a biology or chemistry graduate eager to launch your R&D career? Join a Top-Tier Global Pharma Leader in North Chicago as an R&D Technician I. This 6-month contract role places you at the center of innovative laboratory operations, offering hands-on experience in compound transfer, inventory management, and safety protocols in a fast-paced scientific environment.

location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $19.00 - 22.82 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Associate

responsibilities:

• Perform high-output, accurate compound transfers while maintaining meticulous tracking records.
• Document all laboratory activities, data, and inventory precisely using Microsoft Excel.
• Manage laboratory inventory by receiving, logging, and stocking scientific supplies.
• Ensure a safe laboratory environment by handling and disposing of waste products according to strict guidelines.
• Adhere strictly to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) safety mandates and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Prioritize daily tasks effectively to adapt to shifting deadlines and team priorities.

 
qualifications:



Required:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (Chemistry or Biology preferred).
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment (such as balances) and standard lab practices.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team structure.
• Physical capability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Comfort working with potentially hazardous materials while following safety protocols and wearing required PPE.

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skills: Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)




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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).




This posting is open for thirty (30) days.