Sr. Research Associate / Scientist I, Analytics

About ZymoChem

ZymoChem is breakthrough science for a fossil-free future.  We accelerate the transition to a real-zero economy by developing bio-based materials for everyday products.  Our platform is powered by proprietary carbon conserving (C2) microbes that convert renewable feedstocks into high-value materials while radically minimizing CO2 loss during the production phase.  

ZymoChem recently closed a $21 million Series A round of fundraising to support the launch of our first high-performance material and to advance our first partnered product to commercial scale.  In addition to this funding from premier domestic & international venture capital firms, we are also supported by existing revenues from commercial partnerships with world-leading companies and funding from multiple government awards, including a 2023 $4MM grant from the Department of Energy. 

With a plan to double our team in 2024-25, we seek candidates who are motivated by science & innovation and have a passion to push the boundaries of materials performance.  We are collaborative, multidisciplinary, and relentlessly committed to creating sustainable chemicals, materials, and products in tune with the 21st century. 

Our Mission: To catalyze a real-zero economy with drop-in, bio-based solutions.

Our Vision: To live in a world in which the goods we depend on every day are bio-manufactured from 100% renewable materials and designed for a sustainable economy - without compromise.

Our Values: Lead with Compassion, Aspire Collectively, Evolve Continuously, Innovate with Impact, Scale Sustainably

Position Summary

The Senior Research Associate or Scientist I, Analytics position is responsible for conducting sample analysis, analytical method development and optimization to support  bioprocess development and production of bio-based materials at different stages from R&D to scaleup and commercialization. This cross-functional role is a great opportunity to collaborate with other R&D groups such as strain engineering, enzyme development, downstream processing, and tech transfer to the company's external partners.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and complex laboratory experiments,  follow protocols and procedures, and generate reproducible and accurate analytical data.
• Carry on and optimize sample preparation for HPLC and LCMS analysis, using automated and manual techniques.
• Perform LCMS and HPLC analysis, process data, and report the results.
• Lead and contribute to the development and validation of QQQ LCMS methods for accurate quantitative analysis of small molecules.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments, setup methods, analyze data, summarize and report results. 
• Present results and ideas in group and project meetings.
• Assist with training and support of junior and new team members.
• Maintain chemicals and consumables inventorie