Synthetic Chemist (Rolling Basis)
energyxAustin (TX)
Synthetic Chemist (Rolling Basis)
Posted 35 days ago
energyxAustin (TX)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Employment: FULL_TIME
Posted:
2026-10-06 Energy Exploration Technologies has a mission to become a worldwide leader in the global transition to sustainable energy. Founded in 2018, the company is fundamentally changing the way humanity is powering our world and storing clean energy with breakthrough lithium-ion technology and energy storage solutions.
The Role:
The Synthetic (Project) Chemist will be responsible for developing EnergyX's R&D projects for compound synthesis and furthering the solvent extraction project. The successful candidate will supervise all aspects of the manufacture of the synthesized chemistry. The ideal best candidate for this role is highly self-motivated, thorough, diligent, and very organized with excellent project management skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with a team of experienced EnergyX scientists in research and development focused on disruptive materials and engineering systems to fundamentally transform scientific aspects of the energy industry. Specific responsibilities may include: Ensuring that the project team are organized with assigned work, and current work and reports are completed. Ensure all work that is conducted aligns with the development needs of the company. Collaborate to design the most efficient tests and project design. Provide training and direction to technicians and operators. Lab responsibilities Oversee and delegate tasks associated to organic synthesis Organize daily activity of laboratory work, specifically the R&D work Lab Administration Ensure all test work is carried out safely and correctly Be able to do the work of all technicians and engineers ResearchOrder or have synthesized the reagents needed to further R&D testing Report findings and help direct the next steps Ensure that all equipment and reagents are ordereed Work with other directors and VP to ensure that project timelines and research are on target ProjectsProvide SX team with test work needed to develop and test new SX technologies Guide technicians and engineers in work priority External contact Be able to technically explain and market our technology to customers
Basic Qualifications:
- PhD (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Minerals Engineering).Minimum 3-5 years of of experience in a laboratory Experience with project management
- Experience synthesizing a variety of organic molecules.
- Knowledge of standard techniques related to synthesis and purification of organic molecules.
- Ability to build relationships across multiple disciplinary teams
- Must be able to communicate with internal and external customers
- Self-directed and self-motivated.
- Proficient computer skills
- Excellent time-management, organizational, and communication skills. Strong safety mindset Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in developing methods for product testing and experimental design.
- Proven communication and presentation skills
- Proven experience in managing a research project.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision with employer contribution + additional voluntary benefitsPTO and Sick Leave available
- Equity Compensation
- Opportunity to contribute to the accelerated growth of the company
EnergyX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with EnergyX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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