R&D Synthetic Chemistry Technician

Job Description

The R&D team in Wilmington, DE is part of the Agilent Chemistries and Supplies Division and focuses on developing silica and polymeric particles for liquid chromatography. 

As an R&D Technician, your main responsibilities will be: 

• Support the design and development of new and innovative silica or polymeric beads or polymeric surfaces to create consumables for liquid chromatography. 

• Perform hands-on organic and/or polymer synthesis, modification and/or functionalization on lab scale 

• Conduct lab work in a safe working environment, following all EHS regulations, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Properly document experimental work to allow the efficient recovery of experimental data. Maintain appropriate electronic laboratory notebooks to record all experimental details and results. 

• Perform analytical and materials characterization techniques to understand and optimize synthetic processes 

• Assist in transfer of technology from the R&D lab to manufacturing (from production of lab prototypes to a reproducible and economical, large scale production process) 

• Work closely with the local R&D and Manufacturing team as well as with the global R&D team within the organization. 

Qualifications

We are looking for a motivated individual with the following background: 

 

• B.S. or Associates degree in Chemistry, Material Sciences or related field or equivalent experience 
• Hands-on experience with organic and/or polymer synthesis, modification, functionalization and application. 
• Familiarity with analytical characterization of particles, polymers or materials 
• Ability to follow detailed operating procedures, document experimental work and operate within required safety protocols. 
• Excellent teamwork skills

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least October 29, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $26.08 - $40.75/hr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

No

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

R&D