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Umicore

Senior Laboratory Technician

Umicore

. Support catalyst preparation and laboratory experimentation .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timePasadena • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory experimentation, catalyst preparation, and chemical processing, with a strong commitment to safety and quality standards. Proficient in operating laboratory equipment and maintaining accurate records while collaborating effectively within technical teams.

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Laboratory ExperimentationCatalyst PreparationChemical ProcessingSafety PracticesAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills
Chemical Solutions PreparationCatalyst Slurry PreparationWeighing and MixingDispersion and WashcoatingImpregnation and DryingCalcinationBasic Laboratory CalculationsSample Traceability
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationIndependent Work
Tools & Technologies
Laboratory BalancesMixersPH MetersPumpsOvensFurnaces
Industry Keywords
CatalystsCoatingsSlurriesInorganic MaterialsChemical FormulationsSCR CatalystsEmissions-Control SystemsMetal Oxides

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support catalyst preparation and laboratory experimentation
  • Conduct laboratory experiments according to approved procedures and test plans
  • Prepare chemical solutions, catalyst slurries, coated substrates, and catalyst samples
  • Perform weighing, mixing, dispersion, washcoating, impregnation, drying, and calcination
  • Operate laboratory equipment, including balances, mixers, pH meters, pumps, ovens, and furnaces
  • Monitor experiments, identify unusual conditions, and support troubleshooting
  • Maintain accurate and traceable records of samples, processing conditions, observations, and results
  • Follow safety, chemical-handling, waste-disposal, and equipment procedures
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory
  • Collaborate with scientists, engineers, analytical teams, other technicians, and cross-functional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate degree in chemistry, materials science, process technology, or a related field; or high school diploma or equivalent with relevant laboratory, chemical-processing, catalyst-manufacturing, or materials-preparation experience
  • Hands-on experience in a chemical, materials, catalyst, or industrial laboratory
  • Ability to follow written procedures and perform basic laboratory calculations
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and sample traceability
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team
  • Strong commitment to safe laboratory practices
  • Preferred: one to three years of relevant laboratory experience
  • Preferred experience with catalysts, coatings, slurries, inorganic materials, or chemical formulations
  • Preferred experience with washcoating, impregnation, drying, or calcination
  • Preferred experience operating laboratory mixers, pH meters, ovens, furnaces, or similar equipment
  • Preferred familiarity with SCR catalysts, emissions-control systems, metal oxides, or supported catalysts
  • Preferred experience working within established safety, quality, or environmental systems

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Inclusive work culture
  • Equal opportunities for all employees
  • Opportunities to share ideas, develop expertise, and advance careers