Laboratory Specialist

Laboratory Specialist

The Laboratory Specialist will conduct, analyze, and document chemical/physical tests on materials. The individual in this role will prepare solutions, calibrate equipment, maintain safety standards, and report data to scientists.

Job Duties

• Conduct routine and non-routine chemical or physical laboratory tests on solids, liquids, and gases.
• Operate, calibrate, and clean laboratory instrumentation (e.g., pH meters),
• Prepare samples, compounds, and reagents according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Absorb in the fabrication of battery electrodes and other electrochemical materials.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, materials, and inventory.
• Support lab-scale characterization of materials, including mechanical and chemical properties.
• Ensure lab cleanliness, organization, and compliance with safety protocols.
• Absorb in researchers and engineers with experimental setups and data collection.
• Monitor and maintain lab equipment and report any malfunctions.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment by following GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and handling hazardous materials safely.
• Monitor production samples to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Analyze and interpret test results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of postsecondary education in chemistry or a related field
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and conducting experiments
• 3+ years of laboratory experience
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to follow complex instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electrode fabrication or electrochemical testing
• Familiar with battery technologies
• Previous manufacturing experience

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Good judgment with solid decision making
• Customer service orientation
• Teamwork
• Continuous improvement

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Work involves sitting, walking, standing, bending, throughout the day
• Must be able to wear proper arc flash rated PPE along with standard PPE requirements
• Must be able to climb ladders to perform work when needed
• Lifting up to 25 pounds
• Requires close visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors
• Warehouse, lab and office environments

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off for vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid community service days
• Professional/personal learning program
• Applicable state/federal paid family leave