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Research Scientist III

3 months ago

Skokie, United States UL Research Institutes Full time
Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Scientist III at UL Research Institutes (ULRI), Materials Discovery Research Institute (MDRI), based in our Skokie, Illinois, facilities. The Research Scientist III will under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, will work to facilitate the operation and maintenance of state-of-the-art synthesis and characterization instrumentation to support other groups in the institute to execute the synthesis and characterization of materials.

UL Research Institutes

At UL Research Institutes, we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk, and share our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our Materials Discovery Research Institute team who conduct the research required to produce that knowledge and put into practice.

Materials Discovery Research Institute:

The Materials Discovery Research Institute works to develop and deploy new materials with the potential to address current global safety challenges. Pursuing materials that will help produce transformational safety breakthroughs, MDRI harnesses the power of advanced computing and high-throughput experimental methods to create innovative materials that will produce resilience for a sustainable future and protect individual and societal health.

We focus on today's critical challenges, working to create new and better materials that will support renewable energy and environmental sustainability. Among our top priorities is research into materials capable of carbon capture and energy storage, with an eye toward reducing the adverse impacts of humanity's reliance upon fossil fuel resources and enabling a transition to renewable energy sources.

Above all, our research builds on our commitment to a safer, more sustainable future.

As the Research Scientist III, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:
  • Assist research scientists in aspects of materials synthesis and characterization, inventory management and general laboratory maintenance.
  • Prepare and handle chemical reagents, compounds, and samples for analysis, ensuring accuracy and safety.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for experimental protocols, ensuring consistency and reproducibility.
  • Assist in the calibration and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment, promptly reporting any technical issues.
  • Collaborate with team members and subject matter experts to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Participate in the upkeep of the lab environment, including ordering and organizing supplies and maintaining cleanliness and safety.
  • Assist in maintaining compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations.
  • Perform other duties as directed.
What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:
  • Extensive experience advanced analytical techniques and instrumentation.
  • Fundamental knowledge and proficiency in materials science or analytical chemistry, including the synthesis and characterization of inorganic materials.
  • Demonstrated experience in the operation and maintenance of analytical instrumentation, such as diffractometers, adsorption apparatus, combinatorial automation equipment, spectrometers etc.
  • Previous hands-on experience in a research and development environment
  • Proven track record of method development and optimization.
  • General knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and best practices.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes, develop practical solutions, and collaborate with colleagues.
  • Excellent time and project management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously with the ability to adapt to new challenges quickly.
  • Positive and collaborative attitude with exceptional interpersonal skills for effective teamwork across the organization and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • High degree of curiosity to learn about the mission and impact of the organization and its specialized areas.
  • Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to thrive in an innovative environment.
Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:
  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science plus 10 or more years of directly related work experience, or Master's degree in Materials Science plus 6 or more years of directly related work experience, or PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science plus 2 years of experience, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience working in a university or industrial research laboratory setting.
  • Hands-on experience in a wet chemistry laboratory.
  • Experience in materials synthesis and characterization is preferred.


Learn More:

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

Our wholly owned subsidiary, UL Solutions, advances our shared public safety mission. We fund our work through grants, the licensing of standards documents and the business activities of UL Solutions, which conducts testing, verification and certification, and provides training and advisory services, along with data-driven reporting and decision-making tools for customers around the world.

To learn more, visit our websites UL.org and ULSE.org.