Job Description

Analytical Chemist I

Department: R & D

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Woburn, MA

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 / year

Description

Position

Analytical Chemist I

Woburn, MA

Overview

Verdox, Inc. is dedicated to reversing climate change through the development and deployment of advanced technology. The company's proprietary electro-swing process, developed at MIT, enables carbon dioxide and other acid gasses to be captured with up to 80% less energy and 70% less cost than conventional approaches. Verdox is backed by institutional investors and based in Boston.

Verdox does not and shall not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

To apply, send your CV to humanresources@verdox.com and reference the position "Analytical Chemist I"

Key Responsibilities

Verdox seeks an Analytical Chemist I to join our team. This position reports to the Analytical Chemistry Manager.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of analytical chemists to characterize redox-active small molecules using spectroscopy (e.g. UV-Vis, stopped-flow UV-Vis, IR, fluorimetry, NMR), electrochemistry (e.g. cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, chronopotentiometry), and similar techniques
• Generate samples for analysis using both wet lab and electrochemical (e.g. bulk electrolysis) techniques
• Study molecular degradation pathways under device-relevant conditions
• Organize and maintain collated datasets on redox-active molecules
• Quantitatively analyze experimental data
• Communicate results to cross-functional teams via both written and verbal presentations

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

The candidate must have the following required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on laboratory work experience
• Hands-on experience with wet lab techniques and electronic/vibrational spectroscopy
• Understanding of organic chemistry theory and experimental techniques
• Understanding of analytical chemistry principles and techniques such as titration, calibration and method validation
• Experience using Excel or (preferred) MATLAB/Python (or equivalent)
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• High attention to detail in experimentation, analysis, and presentation of results
• Comfortable working in an evolutionary and dynamic startup environment

A preference will be shown to candidates with the following qualifications and prior experience:

• Experience performing quantitative analysis using MATLAB/Python (or equivalent)
• Experience with air-free laboratory techniques, glove box use, etc.
• Laboratory experience in electrochemical characterization of molecules, materials, and/or electrochemical cells

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team so they can do their best work. Here's what you can expect when you join us:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) Plan - Save for the future
• Paid Time Off - Enjoy 3 weeks of PTO to recharge and reset
• Unlimited Sick Leave - Take the time you need to rest and recover, no questions asked
• Paid Holidays - 11 company holidays , plus 1 floating holiday for a day that's meaningful to you
• Supportive Culture - We prioritize work-life balance, flexibility, and employee well-being

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement,

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