Lab Associate

About the role

The Laboratory Associate position is located at the LyondellBasell Cincinnati Technology Center. This role involves performing physical testing, interpreting data, and documenting results in the polymer physical testing laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and participate in activities to improve the safety performance of the site.
• Contribute to the site’s positive work culture.
• Perform polymer testing, analyze data, and document results.
• Become a subject matter expert in performing assigned tests.
• Support researchers to solve complex characterization problems.
• Maintain instruments in good working condition and perform routine calibrations.
• Participate on project teams to help achieve department goals.

Requirements

• Required: Associate degree in applied science, chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Experience with lab techniques and/or polymer physical testing, R&D experience is desirable.
• High initiative individual, focused on providing high quality laboratory data in an efficient manner, while exhibiting excellent workplace skills.
• Solid background in Microsoft Office and computer-based instrument control systems for lab equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to make competent, independent, decisions in a timely manner to ensure excellent progress on assigned tasks.
• Able to effectively manage multiple and/or changing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Must possess the ability to interact effectively and professionally with internal customers, external customers, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to follow safety protocols.

Benefits

For more information on our benefits, visit our benefits page.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in this posting.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our job posting and submit your application.

Contact Information

If you have questions about the application process, please email us at Careers@lyb.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.