Manager of Analytical Chemistry

Who we are: 

Electra is electrifying ironmaking to decarbonize steelmaking and eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global CO2 emissions. Leveraging proven industrial-scale electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes, and backed by leading sustainability-focused venture capitalists, our team is developing lower cost, scalable solutions utilizing intermittent renewable energy to forge a cleaner, greener future for the trillion-dollar steel industry.  

With a uniquely collaborative culture, endless passion for developing disruptive technologies, and the opportunity to revolutionize carbon-intensive manufacturing industries, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the chance to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet. 

What you will do: 

As the Manager of the Analytical Chemistry team, you will have a unique opportunity to grow a new team focusing on the analysis of metals in process solids and solutions to support our R&D and engineering efforts. 

In this role you will:

• Lead growth and capacity expansion of the team; propose and execute new projects
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and supervision to a team of analytical chemists and technicians
• Lead development and validation of new analytical methods to meet company needs
• Act as a subject matter expert for a variety of chemical analysis techniques
• Work internally with other stakeholders to communicate and deliver reliable results
• Develop and execute documentation, quality, and maintenance systems to ensure confidence in our analyses 

What we need you to bring to the team: 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in chemistry or related field; MS/PhD preferred
• At least 7+ years of experience in analytical chemistry
• 2+ years of lab supervision and direct management
• Specific experience with ICP-OES method development, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of XRF and experience with XFR sample preparation and analysis
• Knowledge of a broad range of analytical approaches and the ability to provide technical guidance for new analytical needs
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan and execute projects
• Ability to clearly convey technical information to expert and general audiences
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and determine next steps
• A safety-first mindset; identify potential risks and prevent hazardous situations 

What we want you to bring to the team: 

• Experience applying analytical chemistry techniques to geochemical samples (e.g. in mining, metallurgy, or related fields)
• A creative approach to employing analytical techniques to new research questions
• Experience with laboratory certification standards 

Compensation: 

• The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 annually and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education

Benefits for you:

• 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
• Reasonable use PTO
• $1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)

Benefits for your family:

• 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
• $3,600 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave and flexible return-to-work options

Benefits for your future:

• 401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
• Eligibility for incentive stock options