• R&D Laboratory Technician

    Insight Global (Richmond, VA)


    Job Description

    Insight Global is seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Lab Technician to join one of our clients' Physical Properties Testing team within the R&D Analytical Department in Richmond, VA. In this hands-on laboratory role, you will perform analytical testing of physical properties such as flash point, viscosity, and insoluble materials. You will work under the guidance of experienced chemists and technicians while learning industry-leading best practices and contributing to the development of next-generation fuel and lubricant additives.

    Responsibilities Include:

    - Participate actively in a strong safety culture and maintain full compliance with safety policies and procedures (ISO, company, and industry standards).

     

    - Conduct physical property tests, including flashpoint, viscosity, and insoluble materials, following established laboratory protocols.

     

    - Ensure accurate documentation and quality control within ISO 9001 and/or ISO 17025 standards.

     

    - Use Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and basic computer tools to record and manage test data.

     

    - Work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders across departments to support project goals.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

     

    Skills and Requirements

     

    - High School Diploma or GED

    - Experience with lab procedures and experience with a LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)

    - Safety-conscious mindset with an interest in science, chemistry, and/or laboratory work. - Associates or bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical technology.

     

    - Experience working in a chemistry or analytical laboratory environment.

     

    - Customer or client-facing experience.