Junior Research Assistant
About The Position
Ayrton Energy's vision is to provide affordable, off-grid energy security via clean, safe and scalable hydrogen storage technologies. Ayrton is looking for a chemistry or chemical engineering graduate with experience in a chemical laboratory to join our team in a full time role. As part of a fast-growing startup, the scientist in this role can anticipate a large variety of changing role responsibilities as the team grows. You will love this job if you are excited to work at an early-stage startup, are organized and like following protocols for sample preparation/synthetic processes, and enjoy working in cross-functional teams and feel comfortable sharing your ideas.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in chemistry, physics or engineering with chemical lab experience (may be from classes)
- Passionate about innovation, self-motivated and keen to learn
- Organized and efficiently able to manage time for laboratory protocols.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a research and development laboratory environment is beneficial
- Experience with electrochemical systems (fuel cells, electrolysers, etc) is beneficial
- Knowledge of Python for data analysis is beneficial
Responsibilities
- Work with Senior Scientists to prepare materials for electrochemical testing; including blending and coatings of catalysts
- Work with Senior Scientists to prepare experimental equipment, and run experiments; including electrochemical test stations
- Preparation of chemical samples for characterization and testing
- Work with Senior Scientists to collect and analyze data
- Support with instrument maintenance, inventory management, waste disposal and other laboratory activities as needed
Benefits
- work-life balance
- employee mental health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
