Research And Development Chemist

Be a catalyst for change and help us change the world. Pajarito Powder is a world leader in the development and commercialization of advanced electrocatalysts for fuel cells and electrolyzers.

The US Department of Energy recently awarded Pajarito Powder two awards for the advancement of catalysts to enable Green Hydrogen.

As a recipient of these awards, Pajarito Powder is poised for rapid growth and has several openings for R&D Chemists. This is an ideal position for someone seeking a fast-paced challenge.

Our manufacturing and R&D team is world-class, and the business group is exceptionally experienced. We provide a competitive salary, health, dental, vision and life insurance, great paid time off, a 401k, a collaborative team environment, and company options that fully vest after four years.

Principle Tasks

• Prepare compounds, solutions and reagents to synthesize and develop catalysts per supervisors’ guidance and scientific principles.
• Determine and evaluate the relationships of chemical and physical properties, composition, structures and reactions of catalysts using characterization and catalyst performance techniques.
• Develop, improve and customize process equipment, products, formulas, analytical methods and processes.
• Consult with engineers and scientists on analysis, interpretation and development of tests
• Document findings and procedures in notebooks, technical papers, and reports, preparing or following specifications and characterization and evaluation standards.
• Clean and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, making sure that all technology is working correctly : if it is not, troubleshoot the issue or problem.
• Conduct quality control tests and diagnostics to ensure that equipment is operating correctly.
• Order laboratory supplies, equipment, and chemicals as needed to maintain inventory.
• Follow safety protocols, perform safety evaluations on developmental procedures, contribute to safety efforts with peers.
• Be familiar with scientific literature to expand technical and scientific knowledge to further R&D operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact positively and work effectively with others in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Ability to independently gather data, compile information, and prepare reports with accuracy; be detail-oriented
• Ability to demonstrate initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve with strong analytical, scientific, and / or engineering skills
• Ability to organize and manage time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals
• Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues
• Ability to perform tasks and duties without constant supervision
• Prioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and others
• Proficiency and skill with Microsoft Office Suite, Engineering software, project planning tools, etc to plan, analyze, and report on projects, experimental data, and logs

Edu / Training / Exp required

• Bachelors / Masters degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or similar from an accredited university / school
• Must possess technical laboratory skills and abilities that are generally expected from a degreed engineer and / or chemist
• 1 to 3 years of hands-on laboratory research or process engineering experience
• Basic understanding of catalysts and electrochemistry
• Basic understanding of chemical safety
• Experience recording and reporting on progress of work and communicating with team and supervisors effectively.
• Must be a Citizen of the US

Additional Information / Requirements

Must be willing to relocate to and work onsite in Albuquerque, NM.

Pajarito Powder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Work Authorization

Pajarito Powder is required to only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States as a US Citizen.

This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.