Job Summary: #IND

Absolute Staffers LLC is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Wood Adhesive Lab Tech to join our team at in Madison, WI. 

Primary Responsibilities

Specific work to be performed in support of the above activities will vary with the amount and nature of 

the research work. Examples of specific subtasks that are typically performed are described below: 

• Protein modification and analysis subtasks: 

o Protein modifications include for example autoclaving, ethanol or acid extraction, dry heating, freeze drying, or other simple physical and chemical treatments.

o Solids content, pH and rheological measurements of soy solutions. 

o Tracking of lot numbers and reagent sources. 

o Noticing any unusual appearance of the materials during or after reaction. 

• Adhesive formulation and testing: 

o Find or requisition necessary and appropriate chemicals and reagents. 

o Formulate adhesives following written protocols, which may include basic chemistry such as sequential addition, pipetting and weighing, heating, calculation of reagent concentrations and ratios. 

o Basic chemical analysis of adhesives and reagents using standard methods such as pH, temperature, viscosity, density, and solids content. 

o Bond wood samples according to published or special SOP’s provided by FPL. This includes selection of wood samples, sometimes using wood anatomy or physical characteristics, conditioning, checking moisture content, applying adhesive and pressing using hydraulic, heated presses. Label specimens, coordinate with carpenter to get samples cut appropriately, and conduct mechanical tests using electronically controlled equipment. 

o Download data from test equipment and import into graphing or analysis software. 

• Data recording: 

o All procedures, data, deviations from normal observations, and electronic data file names/locations shall be entered into laboratory notebooks supplied by FPL. Notebooks shall include cross references to procedures and notes of deviation from procedure. Laboratory notebooks shall be neat, organized, indexed, and available to FPL scientists. 

o Report any errors or potential errors (faulty equipment, inaccurate assumptions, transcription errors, etc.) and associated information, such as which data sets are impacted, to the PI immediately. 

o Data acquired electronically shall be named and cataloged in logical fashion and stored electronically on a server provided by FPL. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in the Physical or biological sciences

Work Schedule 

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 40hurs.

Why Work with Us?

At Absolute Staffers LLC, we connect qualified healthcare professionals with meaningful roles in federal and government healthcare settings. We provide end-to-end support, competitive pay, and a seamless onboarding experience to help you transition successfully into your assignment.