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Research Associate (Product Development)

Fortera Corporation
Location
San Jose, CA
Posted
9 days ago
Department
Corporate R&D
Salary
$72,000 - $80,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 2+ years of professional/industry laboratory experience in R&D or testing
  • Experience working safely in a laboratory environment with chemicals and laboratory equipment
  • Ability to follow experimental procedures and perform testing consistently and repeatably
  • Strong attention to detail and demonstrated scientific problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • Ability to accurately document, organize, and communicate experimental findings
Nice to have
  • Experience with standardized mortar or concrete testing, including ASTM C109, C187, C191, C305, C143, C39, C78, and/or AC529
  • Experience with concrete durability testing
  • Experience operating analytical or materials characterization equipment, such as SEM, XRD, and TGA, and interpreting the resulting data
  • Relevant cement or concrete certifications, such as ACI certification, Cement Physical Tester certification, or field or laboratory concrete testing credentials
  • Experience with concrete field operations, manufacturing, batching, or mix design
What the job really is

The Research Associate will support laboratory research and product development focused on lower-carbon cement and concrete products at Fortera's San Jose facility. Daily tasks include preparing and testing cement-based materials, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and documenting findings. The role involves collaboration with scientists and engineers to improve product performance and safety in the lab environment.

Benefits
  • 100% company-funded Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability coverages for employees
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • Tax deferred & Roth 401k
  • Paid vacation days (increased with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and unlimited PTO for exempt employees
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is $72,000 - $80,000, which may be lower than industry standards for similar roles
  • The role involves working in a laboratory setting, which may not appeal to all candidates
  • Experience in a startup environment is preferred, indicating a fast-paced and potentially less structured work environment
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