Research Scientist

Job Posting

Company Information:

RockyTech is located in beautiful Boulder, Co. We recognize the natural beauty around us and want to keep it that way for future generations. A significant problem is that of plastic waste. Our mission is to foster a circular plastic economy through the design of sustainable plastics for a variety of advanced end use applications. As such, we develop and manufacture sustainable and innovative polymer materials with considerations from initial feedstock choices to responsible end-of-life solutions.

Job Overview:

This position involves working in a wet laboratory and manufacturing environment. A successful candidate should be able to conduct a variety of laboratory experiments and document and report results. Proficiency with fundamental laboratory techniques is a must. We are a small team, and our work is dynamic and fast paced. To accommodate this, we are looking for candidates who are quick learners, self-motivated, adaptable, and able to multi-task. Above all, candidates should adhere to our core values: curiosity, innovation, respect, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Prepares a diverse array of formulations, liquid samples, and solid samples for a variety of characterization methods.

·      Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and clearly document all procedures and results in a laboratory notebook.

·      Analysis of data and preparation of accurate, clear, and detailed reports.

·      Maintains lab equipment and infrastructure used for R&D and production.

·      Supply weekly updates on long-term projects.

Qualifications/ Skills:

·      Experience operating and interpreting some combination of the following instrumentation: DSC, TGA, rheometer, FTIR, NMR, UV-VIS, mass spectrometry, universal materials testing, and impact testing.

·      Synthetic chemistry experience is a plus.

·      Extrusion and injection molding experience is a plus.

·      Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word for document creation and formatting, Excel for data analysis and spreadsheet management, and PowerPoint for creating professional presentations.

Education and Experience:

·      Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, material science, or related discipline with 0-3 years of industrial experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

Physical Demands:

·      May need to lift up to 25 lbs

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package aligned with industry standards in the Denver area, ensuring an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development.