Biomaterials Laboratory Technician

Job overview

The Biomaterials Laboratory Technician role is onsite at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The posting lists pay of $18–$27 per hour. The technician supports the Biological Materials and Processes Research Team at the Air Force Research Laboratory, which develops biosynthetic approaches to biomaterials for Air Force-relevant applications. The technician assists researchers with laboratory experiments, biomaterial preparation and testing, and routine specimen characterization. Accurate protocol execution, recordkeeping, and communication of results help the multidisciplinary research team advance its investigations.

What you'll do

• Assist research scientists with laboratory activities and experiments across biological, chemical, and engineering disciplines
• prepare, produce, and test biomaterials using established techniques
• conduct routine mechanical and chemical or biochemical characterization
• follow written protocols
• record procedures, protocols, and experimental results
• communicate observations and results to research team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

biomaterials laboratory technician

laboratory operations

biomaterials

laboratory testing

mechanical testing

biochemical testing

research support

wright-patterson afb oh

aerovironment

u.s. citizenship required

$18–$27/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

Supports a multidisciplinary biomaterials research group at the Air Force Research Laboratory; U.S. citizenship is required for work at the government facility.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.