Principal Research Technician

7 days ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States Southwest Research Institute Full time
About Our Team

We are a team of experts in the Fuels and Lubricants Research Division of the Southwest Research Institute, dedicated to advancing the quality control, compliance, and efficiency of petroleum products in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure and improve the quality control, compliance, and efficiency of petroleum products in the automotive industry.
  • Communicate with laboratory supervisors and project managers to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.
  • Perform chemical and instrumental analyses on fuels, oils, and other petroleum products using standard test methods and Test Inspection Procedures (TIPs).
  • Complete testing in a safe manner by following safety practices and Environmental Management and Quality Systems.
  • Support and manage adequate laboratory supply levels and assist in maintaining laboratory and instrumentation cleanliness.
Daily and Monthly Tasks
  • Perform test analysis in accordance with ASTM, TIP, or laboratory procedures and specifications.
  • Testing will also include reviewing and documenting calibration records, chemical expiration dates, and QA values as valid before completing sample analysis.
  • Use various testing instrumentation/equipment, including analytical balances and laboratory glassware such as flasks, cylinders, pipettes, and beakers.
  • Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner by following and adhering to safety practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Work on multiple tasks productively and effectively in a team or as an individual contributor with limited direct supervision.
  • Maintain laboratory stock by retrieving supplies from an on-site stockroom and ordering through a purchase requisition.
  • Receive chemicals and input them into a chemical inventory management system, label them properly, and store them in designated chemical cabinets.
  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Associates degree or related certification(s) preferred.
  • 5-10 years of related work experience.
  • General computer experience required with a working knowledge of software, including Excel and Word.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.


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