20 materials scientist jobs at 9 companies in Wheaton, IL

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Assistant Scientist - Quantum Materials
Lemont, Illinois, United States
$94k-$147k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne National Laboratory: Conducts scientific research and develops advanced energy technologies.
2+ YOEPh.D. in physics/materials/chemistry, 2+ years postdoc experience in quantum materials, expertise in single-crystal growth and characterization, strong communication and collaboration skills.
X-ray diffraction, Advanced Photon Source (APS), Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM), neutron-scattering centers
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Research Scientist III - Materials Discovery Research Insititute
Skokie, Illinois, United States
$90k-$123k/yr OnsiteFull Time
UL Research Institutes
UL Research Institutes: Performs independent research to advance global public safety science.
2+ YOEPhD in chemistry/materials/chemical engineering, 2+ years relevant experience, hands-on experimental materials/chemistry expertise, laboratory automation and programming experience, strong communication and project skills.
Python, APIs, JSON, SQL, Git, LIMS, ELN
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Data Scientist
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$130k-$155k/yr OnsiteFull Time
MonoSol
MonoSol: Developer and manufacturer of water-soluble polymer films.
5+ YOE5+ years applying data science/statistics in materials, chemistry, or manufacturing; Bachelor's degree required (Master's/PhD preferred); strong Python, SQL, modeling, and communication skills.
Python, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, LightGBM, SHAP, R, JMP, SQL, AWS, Azure, Power BI, Tableau, Streamlit, Plotly Dash, Git, DFT, MD, CALPHAD, LLMs, RAG
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Sr Scientist I, Automation Development
North Chicago, Illinois, United States
$97k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
AbbVie
AbbVieNYSE: ABBV: Develops and sells innovative pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical medicines.
8+ YOEExperience in assay development, chemical automation, workflow design, physicochemical profiling, and data capture/analysis. Degree in pharmaceutical sciences/engineering/chemistry/materials science and multiple years of industry experience required depending on degree; collaboration with data scientists and familiarity with ML/AI desirable.
HPLC, mass spectrometry, pXRD, optical microscopy, light scattering, thermal analysis, liquid handler, plate-based optical spectroscopy, machine learning, AI/ML
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Material Characterization Scientist
Aurora, Illinois, United States
$114k-$144k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Entegris
EntegrisNASDAQ: ENTG: Develops materials and purification solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.
3+ YOEPhD in polymer or materials science required; 3+ years post‑graduate industry experience. Hands‑on experience with mechanical and rheological characterization (DMA, rheometer, tensile/fatigue/compression/flexural testing), DOE, data analysis, and modeling.
DMA, rheometer, tensile testing, fatigue testing, compression testing, flexural testing, Design of Experiments (DOE)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist 2
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$32-$46/hr OnsiteFull Time
Rush University Medical Center
Rush University Medical Center: Academic medical center providing patient care and medical education.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent, certification and minimum 24 months high-complexity clinical laboratory experience; acceptable ASCP/AMT/AACC credentials; ability to lift 20 lbs and work with infectious materials.
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R&D Scientist - Aerosols
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States
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Tremco Construction Products Group
Tremco Construction Products GroupNYSE: RPM: Manufactures integrated building envelope systems and roofing materials.
BS in chemistry/chemical engineering/materials required (MS/PhD preferred); expertise in coating chemistries and aerosol formulation, scientific method, experimental design, data analysis, project leadership, and cross-functional communication.
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Associate Scientist, R&D - Packaging Development
Glenview, Illinois, United States
$69k-$86k/yr HybridFull Time
Kraft Heinz
Kraft HeinzNASDAQ: KHC: Produces and sells condiments, dairy products, and packaged foods.
Bachelor's degree in packaging, engineering, materials science, or a related technical field preferred; packaging foundation, communication, organization, initiative, and willingness to travel up to 30% required.
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Associate Professor or Professor - Tissue Engineer
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$185k-$300k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northwestern University
Northwestern University: Private research university providing higher education and academic research.
PhD in biomedical engineering/materials science/physiology, experience collaborating with surgeon-scientists, track record in tissue engineering, securing extramural funding, and mentoring scientists.
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Sr Sci, R&D - Packaging Dev
Glenview, Illinois, United States
$90k-$112k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Kraft Heinz
Kraft HeinzNASDAQ: KHC: Manufacturer and global marketer of food and beverage products.
3+ YOEBS/MS/PhD in packaging, chemical or mechanical engineering (or related) with 3–5+ years relevant packaging experience; strong packaging test and materials knowledge; leadership and communication skills; willing to travel up to 30%.