R&D Laboratory Technician II

R&D Laboratory Technician II

Location: Knoxville, TN
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented R&D Laboratory Technician II to support the development, testing, and validation of innovative medical products.

This position involves hands-on laboratory testing, operating specialized equipment, building test stands and functional prototypes, documenting results, and supporting research and development projects.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of laboratory or related technical experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to perform chemical, biological, and physical testing in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing & Research

• Perform chemical, biological, and physical testing of materials and products.
• Conduct experiments to support new product development and improvements to existing products.
• Test manufactured samples to verify compliance with specifications.
• Assist with design validation, reliability, equipment performance, and safety testing.
• Support the development and validation of testing methods and laboratory systems.

Equipment & Technical Support

• Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Assist with building test stands and functional prototypes.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment and testing issues.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, materials, and equipment.

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately record test results using standardized forms and laboratory notebooks.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with SOPs, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and cGMP requirements.
• Prepare basic laboratory reports, charts, and graphs.
• Assist with technical documentation and testing procedures.
• Follow laboratory safety protocols and quality standards.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, scientists, and supervisors.
• Support multiple research and product development projects.
• Communicate testing results and escalate technical concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent directly related experience.
• 2–4 years of relevant laboratory, quality control, research, or technical testing experience.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment and performing testing procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret SOPs, technical documents, safety instructions, and equipment manuals.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic mathematical skills, including ratios, percentages, and interpreting graphs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in research and development, medical devices, or regulated manufacturing.
• Familiarity with FDA guidelines and ISO, AAMI, or USP standards.
• Knowledge of design controls and validation testing.
• Experience with Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE) meters.
• Familiarity with cGMP and laboratory documentation requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform hands-on laboratory tasks.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work safely around laboratory chemicals, equipment, and potentially hazardous materials.

Ideal Candidate

A hands-on laboratory professional with experience in quality control, chemical testing, product testing, or research and development. Candidates should be comfortable operating laboratory instruments, following established testing procedures, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting technical teams in a regulated environment.