Lab Associate

Come Join an Inclusive Team

LyondellBasell’s Cincinnati Technology Center is seeking a laboratory associate for the polymer physical testing laboratory. This position will perform physical testing, interpret data, and document results. The Lab Associate will participate in teams to achieve department goals.

A Day in the Life

· 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.

You Bring This Value

· 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.

· Ability 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.

Competencies