R&D Formulation Technician

Job Summary:
We are seeking an R&D Formulation Technician for a 6-month contract opportunity in Marlborough, MA. This on-site role supports the development of advanced spin-on photolithography materials used in semiconductor applications, offering hands-on exposure to cutting-edge materials science, formulation development, and applied research.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist or engineer with laboratory experience to contribute to innovative product development from research through commercialization. The role offers a collaborative R&D environment, supportive technical leadership, and the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional research, engineering, and application teams on high-impact semiconductor materials projects.

Key Responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory experiments and scientific investigations to support the development of new materials, formulations, and technologies.
- Prepare accurate technical documentation, including observations, analyses, reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative data.
- Support evaluation of new scientific concepts, structure-property relationships, and applied research initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams during product development, validation, scale-up, and commercialization activities.
- Troubleshoot formulation and material development challenges using analytical testing methods and root cause investigation techniques.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment while following established lab safety procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

- Pay Rate: $22 to $34 per hour.
- Job Type: Contract, 6 months.
- Work Schedule: On-site.
- Location: Marlborough, MA 01752.

Guiding Principles and Core Values: UP HIRE
Understanding Matters.
We actively listen to each other, our STEM professionals, and customers. We take the time to understand their needs to make the best connections in the industry.

People Matter.
People are at the center of our company. All decisions we make are in the best of interest of our employees, co-workers, communities, candidates and customers.

Honesty Matters.
We conduct our business with integrity and DO the right things. We ARE trustworthy partners WHO stand behind our work and people.

Innovation Matters.
We are disciplined in bringing forward new thought and solutions that guide the industry and grow our company. Continued growth secures sustainability that provides solid careers for our employees, stability for our STEM professionals, and reliability to our customers.

Relationships Matter.
We take personal responsibility for all relationships with our employees, co-workers, STEM professionals and customers. Courtesy, dignity and respect EQUAL high performance results.

Everything Matters.
We hold ourselves accountable to perform with the upmost of professionalism, attention to detail, and highest standard of service. We hit our targets and do what we say we will do.