R&D Technician for LC Column Loading

Job Description

The Process Engineering R&D team is part of the Agilent Chemistries and Supplies Division and is focused on consumables for gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (HPLC). The R&D team in Little Falls is seeking a hands-on and curious R&D Technician to support the development of next-generation LC column technologies.

In this role, you will work closely with scientists, engineers, and technicians to prepare, load, test, and evaluate prototype LC columns. You will gain experience with specialized column-loading equipment, chromatographic testing, and the transfer of new technologies from R&D into manufacturing.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical laboratory work, solving technical problems, learning new equipment, and seeing experimental work contribute to real products.

What you will do:

• Prepare and load prototype LC columns using established and developmental processes.
• Prepare slurries, mobile phases, test mixtures, and other laboratory materials.
• Operate specialized column-loading and laboratory equipment.
• Perform HPLC or UHPLC testing to evaluate prototype column performance.
• Collect, analyze, document, and communicate experimental results.
• Maintain complete and accurate laboratory notebooks and technical records.
• Follow standard operating procedures, test methods, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment, process, and chromatographic issues.
• Support experiments related to column-loading methods, packing materials, process reproducibility, and product performance.
• Work with R&D and manufacturing colleagues to support process scale-up and technology transfer.
• Recommend practical improvements to laboratory methods, equipment use, and column-loading processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory workspace.
• Collaborate with local and global project teams while taking ownership of assigned activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:   

• Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Laboratory Technology, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and hands-on laboratory, chemical-processing, or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe laboratory practices.
• Ability to perform hands-on laboratory work independently after training.
• Ability to organize assigned work, communicate results, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with HPLC or UHPLC systems.
• Experience with LC columns, chromatography, column packing, or column performance testing.
• Experience preparing slurries, suspensions, buffers, mobile phases, or chemical mixtures.
• Experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting specialized laboratory or process equipment.
• Experience supporting product development, process optimization, scale-up, or technology-transfer activities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis and scientific documentation tools.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least October 23, 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