R&D Scientist / Engineer

SUBMIT FULL APPLICATION HERE FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION: usWe're an early-stage, venture-backed company changing how industrial chemicals are made with modernized process technology. We're a small team with deep R&D experience, based in Chicago. We're in stealth, so we'll share more as conversations progress.The roleYou'll be one of our first technical hires and will help build our R&D program from the ground up. We're looking to add a broad range of skillsets over the next 3-6 months spanning electrochemical engineering to organic chemistry to mechanical engineering. The work is, by definition, hands-on: designing and running experiments, building and improving hardware, making sense of the data, and helping decide what we do next. The scope is broad and will grow with the company.Most importantly, we want someone willing to do whatever it takes to build and scale a company from the ground up. This is not a job with a well-defined description. This is not a job with lots of hand holding. We need someone to come in and make an impact fast, and to grow and build independently.What we're looking forDegree in chemistry, chemical engineering, electrochemistry, electrochemical engineering materials science, mechanical engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experienceHands-on experience building and scaling new chemical processes or technologiesEnjoys building and troubleshooting, not only running established protocolsSelf-directed and comfortable in an early-stage settingWhat we offerCompetitive salary + equity, commensurate with experienceHealth, vision, dental, 401k and other benefits.Real ownership over technical direction from day oneWe are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.We use an AI tool to help organize and do a first-pass review of applications for this role (resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and submitted applications) against the role's posted requirements. A member of our team reviews every recommendation, and no hiring decision is made by AI. For questions, or to request a reasonable accommodation or a review without AI, reach out to Jordan Swisher on LinkedIn.