Phoenix Tailings

9.3. Senior R&D Scientist -Electrochemist

Woburn, MA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$170kDetected 75 days ago

Thermodynamics

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.
Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels.

Design and execute electrochemical experiments to improve recovery, refining, and production of critical metals and rare earth elements.
Develop and optimize electrochemical processes, including cell design, electrolyte composition, electrode materials, current efficiency, voltage efficiency, and product quality.
Characterize electrodes, electrolytes, intermediates, and final products using analytical tools that support process understanding and performance improvement.
Build structure-performance and process-performance relationships that connect operating conditions to yield, purity, energy consumption, and scalability.
Identify failure modes in electrochemical systems and develop practical solutions to improve reliability, efficiency, and long-term operation.

2-3+ years of experience in electrochemical R&D, electrochemical process development, electrowinning, electrorefining, electrodeposition, batteries, fuel cells, corrosion, or related applied electrochemistry.
Strong understanding of electrochemical kinetics, thermodynamics, mass transport, electrode interfaces, electrolyte behavior, and electrochemical characterization.
Proficiency with electrochemical testing equipment, potentiostats/galvanostats, data acquisition systems, and electrochemical analysis methods.
Experience working safely with chemical systems, electrolytes, electrodes, metals, and laboratory-scale electrochemical equipment.
PhD in Electrochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
Hands-on experience designing, building, operating, and troubleshooting electrochemical cells or electrochemical test systems.
Experience developing or optimizing electrochemical systems with attention to current efficiency, energy efficiency, product purity, stability, and scalability.
Ability to design rigorous experiments, interpret complex electrochemical data, and translate results into actionable process improvements.
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.

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Phoenix Tailings is looking for a Senior R&D Electrochemist to develop and advance electrochemical systems that enable cleaner, more efficient production of critical metals.
This role will help drive the core science behind Phoenix Tailings' clean metals platform by designing experiments, improving electrochemical performance, and translating lab-scale results into scalable process improvements.
You will play a direct role in building the technology needed to produce the critical materials that power the future.
Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.

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