Senior Chemist

About the role

Osmoses Inc. is a technology company focused on developing cutting-edge membrane technology to reduce industrial energy consumption and promote the adoption of alternative energy sources. The company brings together a diverse team of scientists, engineers, business professionals, and operators to achieve these goals.

Position Overview

Osmoses Inc. is seeking a Senior Chemist with expertise in polymer chemistry, organic synthesis, and process scale up. This role involves leading scale-up efforts, contributing to breakthrough chemistry research, and collaborating across various teams to develop and manufacture membrane gas separation technologies.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and optimize the synthesis of polymer materials.
• Collaborate with the membrane team to develop polymer materials for membrane gas separations.
• Collaborate with the membrane team to establish criteria for qualifying polymer materials for membrane development and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with the membrane team to troubleshoot polymer development and manufacturing issues related to polymer quality.
• Collaborate with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) to ensure consistent supply of qualified polymer materials needed for internal membrane development and manufacturing.
• Develop cost estimates for polymer candidates using internal models and by working with CMOs.
• Provide regular updates internally on the status of polymer scale-up, including estimated costs and projected timelines, through written communication and presentations.
• Mentor research associates on the chemistry team.

Qualifications

• PhD in synthetic chemistry, polymer science, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of industrial experience as a synthetic chemist.
• High-level proficiency in synthetic organic chemistry techniques such as chromatography, air-free synthesis, and reaction analysis.
• Experience in coordinating internal research efforts with external contract work.
• Proficiency with Chemdraw, Microsoft Office software, Google suites, and other relevant software.

What We Can Offer You

• Opportunity to contribute to addressing one of the biggest industrial decarbonization and energy efficiency challenges of this century.
• Work in the heart of the most innovative square mile in the world and the most exciting hub for clean tech.
• High leadership and growth potential joining our company at a critical stage with strong momentum backed by leading venture capital firms.
• Competitive salary and equity packages.

Qualities We’re Looking For

• Collaborative Team Player - Thrives in a team environment, seeks diverse perspectives, and leverages collective strengths.
• Accountable & Transparent - Highly organized, communicates progress openly, and proactively adjusts plans when challenges arise.
• Clear & Impactful Communicator - Excel at both written and verbal communication, presenting research-backed, data-informed ideas clearly and confidently.
• Agile & Adaptable - Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment, quick to learn, willing to pivot, and ready to build expertise in new domains.
• Safety-First Mindset - Prioritizes the safety and well-being of oneself and team in every aspect of work.
• Technically Rigorous & Analytical - Strong problem-solving skills, sound reasoning, and commitment to high technical standards.
• Detail-Oriented & Self-Directed - Manages multiple priorities with accuracy and focus, works independently and collaboratively to drive results.
• Self-Motivated & Team-Minded - Motivated to succeed, optimistic, determined, and solution-focused.

Our Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.