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A Senior Lab Technician will conduct quantitative analytical chemistry testing of environmental air and water samples in accordance with standard EPA/ASTM methods and in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements.

+ Examines test samples and reads measuring instruments, and operational instructions.

+ Evaluates test performance, provides feedback regarding issues and/or problems with test and data sheets and reviews test data with supervisor as appropriate.

+ Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.

+ Directs, builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations

+ Trains staff in test setups and test methods.

+ Initiates recommendations for new instrument designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.

+ Operates designated instruments and special laboratory equipment.

+ Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.

+ Receives instructions from and reports data to other laboratory personnel.

+ Communicates with the appropriate department personnel to offer suggestions pertinent to equipment needs.

+ Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepare data sheets and test reports.

+ Plans tests, evaluates test results and reports opinions and interpretations.

+ May assist to modify existing methods or develop and validate new test methods.

+ Provides training and assist others in the laboratory.

+ Reads and understands test standards and testing technology for specific tests.

+ Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.

+ Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.

+ Performs other duties as directed.

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+ Analysis of air samples using: Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry – Volatile Organic Compounds, High Performance Liquid Chromatography - Aldehydes

+ Analysis of water samples using: Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectroscopy – Trace metals, Ion Chromatography – Anions, AutoTitrator – Physical parameters

+ Responsible for daily operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of above listed systems

+ Approves and generates reports of sample results

+ Subject matter expert in all instrumentation and chemistry methods

+ 3-5 years University education in a related discipline or Engineering (in related field of work) or 4-year University degree in other field. Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.

+ Proven 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.

This is an onsite position located in our Fairfax, VA location.

What we offer:

+ Total Rewards: This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

Learn More:

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com (https://www.ul.com/healthcare-and-life-sciences)

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.