Analytical Systems Specialist / Applications Chemist
About The Position
Mariana Minerals is hiring an Analytical Systems Specialist / Applications Chemist for its Analytical Group. This cross-site role is based in San Francisco or Houston and supports Mariana Minerals laboratories, beginning with the Lithium One facility. The specialist travels to sites to troubleshoot instruments and methods, bring new systems online, and train the teams that operate them. Between assignments, the specialist works from the Mariana lab closest to them. Recent graduates in analytical chemistry are encouraged to apply. The role is full-time, salaried, and reports to the analytical lead. The position involves implementing, programming, and maintaining analytical instrumentation; developing and standardizing methods and workflows; supporting reliable data and efficient laboratory operations; and evaluating new technologies. The role requires regular work with chemicals and laboratory instrumentation and use of standard lab PPE. Travel within the United States is approximately 50% of the time and may reach 75% at times. Initial training may take place at the Utah or San Francisco labs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field; recent graduates are welcome.
- Hands-on experience through research, internships, or work with IC, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRF, AA, or similar instrumentation.
- Strong understanding of analytical techniques, sample preparation, and data interpretation.
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools, instrument components, and basic diagnostic equipment such as multimeters.
- Able to clearly train and support teams at different sites.
- Able to work independently while traveling and collaboratively with each laboratory team.
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in method development, validation, or optimization.
- Familiarity with instrument hardware, including plasma systems, optics, vacuum systems, and fluidics.
Responsibilities
- Travel to Mariana Minerals laboratory sites to troubleshoot and resolve issues with analytical techniques, instruments, data quality, and method performance.
- Help bring new laboratory systems online and integrate them at new sites, starting with Lithium One.
- Implement, program, and maintain analytical instrumentation, including IC, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRF, and AA.
- Develop, validate, and standardize analytical methods and workflows across sites.
- Train laboratory personnel on instrumentation, analytical techniques, and best practices.
- Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems.
- Maintain documentation for methods, SOPs, and internal technical guidance.
- Work with cross-functional teams to improve analytical efficiency and data reliability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
