Alta Resource Technologies, Inc.

Associate Director, Adsorbent Chemistry

Boulder, CO · Director

No sponsorship$160k-$185kDetected 7 days ago

Project ManagementSupply ChainIntellectual PropertyMicroscopyResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

About Alta Alta Resource Technologies (Alta) is a next generation mining company that uses synthetic biology to separate critical minerals from conventional and unconventional resources, including e-waste.
The exponential growth of new tech industries, as well as the information technology sector, are driving historic growth in mineral demand and stressing existing supply streams.
Meeting new demand, diversifying the supply chain, and producing minerals in a more sustainable manner requires the rapid development, deployment and scaling of new technologies.

Lead the design, development, and optimization of adsorbent materials, including resin activation, surface modification, and functionalization chemistries.
Develop and scale covalent immobilization strategies for proteins, and other functional molecules onto solid supports.
Evaluate and optimize a range of support materials
Design and execute experiments to characterize adsorbent performance
Establish structure-property relationships to guide adsorbent design and process optimization.
Develop robust, reproducible, and scalable manufacturing processes for adsorbent production.
Partner with process engineering teams to transfer laboratory methods into demo and commercial-scale operations.
Collaborate closely with analytical teams to develop and validate characterization methods.
Support intellectual property generation, including invention disclosures, patent applications, and scientific publications.
Mentor and develop junior scientists while contributing to technical strategy and project prioritization.

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant industrial experience
or M.S. with 12+ years of experience.
Demonstrated expertise in resin activation and functionalization chemistries.
Strong knowledge of surface characterization and analytical techniques, including spectroscopy, chromatography, microscopy, and materials characterization methods.
Experience leading cross-functional technical programs and mentoring scientists.
Proven track record of advancing technologies from research through process development.
Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Experience scaling adsorbent manufacturing processes from laboratory to pilot or commercial production.
Knowledge of heterogeneous reaction engineering and solid-liquid processing operations.
Experience with immobilized proteins, enzymes, peptides, antibodies, or biomolecular ligands.
Familiarity with technology transfer, process validation, and quality systems.
Experience working in critical minerals, hydrometallurgy, bioprocessing, or advanced materials industries.
Key Competencies
Scientific rigor and attention to detail
Strong technical leadership and influence

The starting annual pay range for this position is $160,000 to $185,000, commensurate with educational background and work experience.

Compensation & Benefits
The starting annual pay range for this position is $160,000 to $185,000, commensurate with educational background and work experience.
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision plans (or equivalent)
Flexible Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Sick Leave

Alta Resource Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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