R&D Chemist/Technical Assistant

Primary Responsibilities:
• Performs theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge. May conduct analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work to support principal scientific research.
• Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses.
• Identifies, assesses and develops new scientific concepts/technologies in basic or applied research with significant business impact. Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.
• Establish fundamental understanding and structure-property-functional relationship of new materials and formulations to accelerate innovation and product development.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive new product development from concept shaping and validation to scale-up and commercialization.
• Problem solving using multiple analytical and functional test procedures to identify and characterize material development barriers.
• Support root cause investigations (RCI) for solving critical technical challenges on an accelerated time scale.

Client has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Formulation/Application Technical Assistant in the Semiconductor Technologies Lithography Group located in Marlborough, MA.

The Technical Assistant will be responsible for the development of next-generation spin-on photolithography materials for semiconductor applications. The Technical Assistant will work closely with R&D materials team, R&D formulation team, development engineering and commercial teams to develop and commercialize industry-leading photolithography materials as we expand and grow our business.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Performs theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge. May conduct analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work to support principal scientific research.
• Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses.
• Identifies, assesses and develops new scientific concepts/technologies in basic or applied research with significant business impact. Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.
• Establish fundamental understanding and structure-property-functional relationship of new materials and formulations to accelerate innovation and product development.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive new product development from concept shaping and validation to scale-up and commercialization.
• Problem solving using multiple analytical and functional test procedures to identify and characterize material development barriers.
• Support root cause investigations (RCI) for solving critical technical challenges on an accelerated time scale.

Critical Success Factors:
• Demonstrated record of achievements in technical role.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of performing in a fast paced, customer focused business unit.

Required qualifications:
• Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and methodology.
• BS/MS degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/materials science or related field.
• Experience in material science, synthesis, formulations or product development.
• Experience in photo-patterning field and fabrication laboratory is a plus.
• Experience and knowledge in computational calculation and data management is a plus.
• US citizen or green card holder

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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