Phoenix Tailings

9.6. R&D Analytical Chemist

Woburn, MA

Sponsorship not specified$70k-$90kDetected 21 days ago

SEMCritical Thinking

About the role

About Phoenix Tailings Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production.
This role is for someone who can operate with autonomy, think critically through complex sample questions, and bring creativity to the analysis of materials that are not always well defined.
Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Operate analytical instrumentation with a high level of autonomy to support investigative analysis, quality control testing, and R&D process development.
Perform ICP-OES analysis to characterize process samples, raw materials, intermediates, and final products critical to Phoenix Tailings' metals production work.
Support the development and refinement of analytical methods for safely identifying and characterizing potentially hazardous materials.
Generate clear, technically sound reports that communicate analytical findings, limitations, and recommendations to support rapid decision making.
Maintain safe laboratory practices when handling unknown, reactive, or potentially hazardous materials in a fast-moving R&D environment.

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related fields
Experience with at least some of: ICP-OES / ICP-MS, XRF, PXRD, SEM-EDS, Wet chemistry and sample digestion, Analytical balances and laboratory QA/QC
Ability to work independently with a variety of unknown or complex samples and apply scientific reasoning to determine appropriate analytical approaches.
Familiarity with analytical method development, validation, or adaptation for non-routine samples.
Experience handling chemical samples safely, including materials that may be hazardous, reactive, or not fully characterized.
Ability to write clear technical reports that translate analytical data into useful conclusions for scientists, engineers, and technical leaders.
Ability to take on evolving analytical responsibilities as the lab and company scale, including FTIR gas analysis and other instrumentation as needed.
Must be able to wear a respirator for extended periods of time and lift up to 30 lbs.
1- 5 of Experience working in a laboratory environment with hands-on analytical chemistry, R&D, quality control, or process support experience.
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary + discretionary bonus for this role. Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.

This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary + discretionary bonus for this role.
100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee.
Unlimited PTO.
Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.

You are only crazy if you are wrong, it's ok to be wrong
Phoenix Tailings is looking for an R&D Analytical Chemist to help drive the analytical backbone of our clean metals production technology.
Looking For:
You will run both investigative and quality control analyses, support method development, and help generate the data that enables Phoenix Tailings to move faster, solve harder technical problems, and scale the production of critical metals for the modern world.
Lead with Compassion
Be Resourceful
Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels.
Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels.

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