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Laboratory Technician

CryoNova

Watsonville, CA

$20 - $30/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Part-Time/Freelance) – Powder Metallurgy Alloying Location: Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California
Compensation: $20-$30/hour (negotiable based on experience)
Hours: 10-15 hours/week initially, with potential for growth

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team in Watsonville, CA, for Powder Metallurgy Alloying using a rotary ball mill. This is an entry-level, part-time role with training provided and the opportunity to grow into a career as production scales.

Responsibilities:

●  Operate basic chemistry lab equipment and a rotary ball mill (training provided).

●  Conduct micro powder metal alloying to produce a specific alloy.

●  Keep detailed lab notes for process tracking and improvement.

●  Communicate with the equipment manufacturer for troubleshooting and optimization.

●  Report progress to the project team.

Requirements:

●  Familiarity with basic lab equipment (e.g., beakers, scales, pipettes).

●  Willingness to learn and operate a rotary ball mill (no prior experience required).

●  Reliable transportation to Watsonville, CA.

●  Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

●  Excellent communication for team and manufacturer coordination.

●  Current undergraduate/graduate student in chemistry (or related field) or a freelancer

with basic lab experience.

●  Must be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for confidentiality.

Nice-to-Have:

● Interest in materials science or metallurgy.

Why Join Us?

This role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge alloy production, flexible part-time hours (10-15/week), and the potential for increased responsibility as our project grows. Perfect for students or freelancers looking to build skills and explore a future career opportunity.

How to Apply:

Email your resume and a brief note on why you’re interested to info@cryonova.tech by 1st of April 2025.