Process Chemist | Entry-Level

Job Description

Job Description

Join a growing minerals extraction company developing patent-pending technology to recover critical minerals from brine. Our leadership team brings deep industry expertise, and we're building a new technology platform from the ground up.

We're looking for a Process Chemist to support process development on a new chemical process tied to our proprietary technology. This is a great opportunity for a student, recent grad, or early-career chemist to get hands-on experience with cutting-edge extraction R&D.

This is a part-time role, approximately 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. The role is currently bench/lab scale, with strong potential to grow into a full-time position as the process advances toward scale-up.

What You'll Do

• Support process development on a new inorganic synthesis process
• Perform wet chemistry, UV analysis, and chromatography
• Help develop and validate a new analytical method alongside an academic research collaborator
• Maintain lab documentation in line with safety and quality standards

What You'll Need

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (in-progress OK — students welcome)
• Inorganic synthesis coursework or experience preferred
• Familiarity with wet chemistry, UV spectroscopy, and chromatography
• Willingness to work with regulated materials
• Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement

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For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.

Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.

Company Description

Real People. Real Connections. Real Results.\r\n\r\nThat's the Messina Talent Advantage.\r\n\r\nFor more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.\r\n\r\nMessina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.