Research Scientist

Responsibilities

• Measure organic formulation properties like pH, viscosity, and density
• Evaluate reproducibility of formulations in terms of recipe repeatability, chemical properties, and carbon capture performance
• Support engineering teams with analysis of deployed materials for process monitoring, sorbent performance, and model development
• Aid in the development and execution of new testing protocols developed by team leads
• Troubleshoot various experiments, instruments, and specific analytical equipment
• Collect data for materials characterization databases and process model development
• Run samples and compile data from analytical instruments such as FT-IR, UV-vis, TGA, DSC, viscometers, and pH meters
• Prepare materials in various formats for chemical testing and deployment on various custom built CO2 sorption equipment
• Report data compilations of various types within process relevant turnaround times
• Maintain a clean and safe lab environment
• Maintain a meticulous lab notebook and digital records of all measurements and experiments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Related Field
• 5-10 years experience in a lab environment
• Hypothesis-driven research, planning, and execution
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Strong technical laboratory skills
• Data workup skills using Excel templates or existing Python scripts
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Technical writing and data presentation to report results to senior leadership
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Prior experience working with compressed gases, gas cylinders, and gas regulators
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for laboratory equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with FT-IR, UV-vis, TGA, DSC, viscometers, pH meters, and other analytical equipment
• Chemical and sample inventory management
• Prior experience with various analytical hardware, piping, tubing, valves, and custom-built instrumentation