Contract Analytical Chemist Research Associate - 3-month assignment
Research Associate – Analytical Sciences
BOSTON, MA
Company Description & Purpose
Allonnia exists to make biology a working part of how the world produces critical minerals: copper, nickel, rare earths, the materials electrification and advanced industry are built on, and whose supply has never looked more fragile, or more concentrated in fewer hands. Our ethos at Allonnia is to work in harmony with nature, combining biology and technology to fast forward time and bring Nature’s future solutions to the present day. Through this collaboration we will enable a world where nothing is wasted. Allonnia is backed by Battelle, Ginkgo Bioworks, Viking Global, General Atlantic, EVOK and Cascade Investments.
Mission of the Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Research Associate for the Analytical Team with a focus on s X-ray fluorescence Spectrometry. Additionally, this individual will support sample preparation workflows for ICP-OES and HPLC. In this full-time, lab-based role, you will assist in preparing solid and liquid samples for elemental analysis using XRF, & ICP-OES, maintain lab instruments, and support workflows by preparing reagents and samples. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about analytical chemistry and laboratory processes. Please note, this is a 3-month contract assignment.
Key Criteria/Requirements
- Bachelors or Masters. in biochemistry, chemistry or related field.
- 0-2 years of laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Strong Attention to detail & problem-solving skills
- Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office tools
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in team environment
- Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities & Measurable Accountabilities
- Perform a variety of laboratory experiments following SOPs and assist with SOP optimization
- Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory instruments and glassware according to SOP.
- Prepare reagents and media.
- Comply with all safety standards.
- Maintain a lab notebook; Record and manage data.
Allonnia Core Values
| Purposeful | Committing to work on the right things as individuals and as a company, making a difference every day |
| Entrepreneurial | Working with passion and curiosity to learn every day, creatively delivering results to the world |
| Transparent | Fostering a high trust environment that embraces constructive debate, achieving success together |
Key Competencies
- Analysis Skills
- Creativity
- Integrity
- Resourcefulness/Initiative
- Organization/Planning
- Excellence
- Listening
- Team Player
- Communications – Oral
- Tenacity