Lab Technician - Chemist

Apex Systems, LLC; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

HSA

Job summary

Apex Systems, LLC is seeking an entry-level Lab Technician - Chemist to support chemistry-related work on water cooling in data center environments. This onsite Naperville role requires a B.S. in chemistry or related field and hands-on lab experience.

You’ll test water, coolants, and fluids, document results, and collaborate with engineering teams on cooling solutions. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with exposure to analytical chemistry and water chemistry, detail-oriented, and eager

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science field.
• Entry-level candidates and recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through coursework, internships, or prior employment preferred.
• Basic understanding of analytical chemistry and water chemistry required.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and analysis of water, coolants, and fluids used in cooling systems.
• Assist with laboratory testing, documentation, and evaluation of coolant performance.
• Work with equipment related to industrial and data center cooling applications.
• Support projects involving direct-to-chip water cooling and thermal management.
• Collect and document laboratory data following established procedures.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Solution preparation

Water chemistry

Chemical testing

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Job description

# Lab Technician - ChemistApply**Job#: 3054212****Job Description:**Lab Technician - Chemist**Location:** Naperville, Illinois (Onsite)Role OverviewWe are seeking an Entry-Level Chemist to support chemistry-related work involving industrial cooling systems and equipment. This role focuses on the chemistry behind direct-to-chip water cooling, including the evaluation and performance of water-based cooling solutions and coolants used in data center environments. A recent science graduate interested in applying chemistry in an industrial setting with water chemistry, coolants, and data center technologies would be an ideal fit.Key Responsibilities* Support chemistry-related testing and analysis of water, coolants, and other fluids used in cooling systems.* Assist with laboratory testing, documentation, and evaluation of coolant performance.* Work with equipment and technologies related to industrial and data center cooling applications.* Support projects involving direct-to-chip water cooling and thermal management solutions.* Collect, analyze, and document laboratory data while following established testing procedures.* Collaborate with technical and engineering teams on chemistry-related aspects of cooling systems.Required Qualifications**Education:** A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field is required.**Experience:** Entry-level candidates and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Hands-on laboratory experience through coursework, internships, or previous employment is preferred.**Technical Skills:** A basic understanding of analytical chemistry, solution preparation, water chemistry, or chemical testing is needed. Candidates must have attention to detail and the ability to accurately document experimental results. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Naperville, IL, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** September 30, 2026**Pay Range:** $20 - $22 per hour