Laboratory Chemist: Test Lead & Process Innovation

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness benefits

401K retirement plan

Paid time off (vacation/holidays/sick)

Job summary

UL Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Analyst with a background in chemistry to support and lead simple test programs, evaluate performance, and document results in a fast-paced safety science environment.

You will work closely with engineering and lab staff to design and execute tests, maintain instruments, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role emphasizes teamwork, automation integration, and customer-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Chemistry or related discipline including Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Organic/Inorganic Chemistry, Material Science but not limited to these disciplines only, or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory Personnel to complete projects in a timely manner with high quality.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers
• Demonstrated ability to be innovative and creative
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to use Microsoft Office suite is a must
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing
• 1-2 years of analytical lab experience preferred
• Experience in IR, TGA, and DSC testing preferred

Responsibilities

• Follows defined test plans and datasheets with necessary supervision/support.
• Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Records and explains test results and completes test report.
• Serves as Lead for simple test programs as assigned with the necessary assistance.
• Communicates project status and results as needed.
• Holds responsibility for defining test plan, report completion and accuracy, meeting of agreed deadlines, and managing project related activities.
• Examines customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with support.
• Communicates within internal customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Directs, builds and/or adapts simple test setups, sample preparations/solutions and instruments to new situations, based on test plans and instructions.
• Trains other lab staff on these test procedures or instruments.
• Operates and maintains test instruments appropriately to measure and test samples.
• Performs maintenance on designated test instruments and laboratory area.
• For a single testing technology, integrates basic process and instruments improvements into all aspects of the job.
• Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new instruments, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.
• Understands and follows safe chemical hygiene practices.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Automation testing

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Chemistry or related discipline including Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Organic/Inorganic Chemistry, Material Science or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UL Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Analyst with a background in chemistry to support and lead simple test programs, evaluate performance, and document results in a fast-paced safety science environment.

You will work closely with engineering and lab staff to design and execute tests, maintain instruments, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role emphasizes teamwork, automation integration, and customer-facing communication.