Who we are:  Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co-minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulder and a new demonstration facility underway in Jefferson County, we’re on track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining, steel, and big tech, momentum is on our side.  Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech, and named one of TIME’s 100 Climate Leaders, we’re building a company shaping the future of industry. If you’re looking to make an impact and join a team that’s driven, focused, and scaling, we want to hear from you. What you will do:  As a Scientist III, Analytical Chemistry on the Development team, you serve as a fully qualified, experienced professional with deep expertise in analytical chemistry methods for metals analysis in solids and solutions. You lead and execute complex analytical work to support R&amp;D and engineering initiatives, independently drive method development and problem resolution, and provide advanced technical guidance across the organization. This role requires sound judgment, creative problem-solving, and the ability to adapt established approaches to address novel or ambiguous analytical challenges. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Independently develop, validate, optimize, and execute analytical methods to support evolving R&amp;D, engineering, and operational needs </li><li>Perform routine to complex sample analyses within established turnaround times while ensuring data accuracy, quality, and reliability </li><li>Apply advanced analytical and problem-solving techniques to assess unusual or ambiguous results, identify root causes, and recommend appropriate actions </li><li>Serve as a technical resource for metals analysis, including interpretation of analytical data, uncertainty evaluation, and method limitations  </li><li>Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and optimize analytical instrumentation with minimal supervision  </li><li>Support advanced diagnostics and coordinate repairs or corrective actions for laboratory instrumentation as needed </li><li>Author, revise, and maintain SOPs, test methods, technical reports, and laboratory documentation in accordance with quality requirements  </li><li>Evaluate emerging analytical technologies, methodologies, and instrumentation and provide recommendations based on technical feasibility and laboratory needs.  </li><li>Provide technical input regarding laboratory equipment selection, capabilities, and future analytical requirements </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support laboratory priorities, project objectives, and continuous improvement initiatives </li><li>Communicate analytical findings, technical recommendations, and potential risks clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders </li><li>Build effective working relationships with internal and external partners and adapt communication style to differing audiences </li><li>Provide informal technical guidance and mentoring to junior scientists, analysts, or laboratory personnel as needed </li><li>Support general laboratory operations, including inventory management, organization, and compliance activities  </li><li>Follow all workplace health and safety policies, procedures, and safe laboratory practices; proactively identify and communicate potential safety concerns </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor </li></ul> What we need you to bring to the team:   <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline required. </li><li>5+ years of related industry experience with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (excluding internships, co-ops, and other school projects)</li><li>Complete knowledge and full understanding of analytical chemistry principles, theories, and practices within area of specialization </li><li>Extensive hands-on experience with ICP-OES, including method development, validation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization </li><li>Experience operating and interpreting data from multiple analytical instruments such as ICP-MS, XRF, XRD, and elemental analyzers </li><li>Strong experience with complex sample preparation techniques, including four-acid digestion and fusion methods </li><li>Ability to work independently on problems of diverse scope where analysis requires evaluation of identifiable and sometimes incomplete factors </li><li>Demonstrated ability to use evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select appropriate methods and resolve issues using existing and modified approaches </li><li>Skilled in identifying root causes and resolving analytical issues through creative and practical problem-solving techniques </li><li>Ability to independently manage assigned work, with review occurring primarily at critical milestones or key deliverables </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex analytical information to both technical and non-technical audiences </li><li>Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and build productive working relationships </li><li>Ability to advise others on technical analytical matters and contribute specialized subject matter expertise to team discussions </li></ul><div><div> What we want you to bring to the team:   <ul><li>Advanced degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline</li><li>Broad experience across ICP-MS, ICP-OES, XRF, XRD, and LECO elemental analysis platforms</li><li>Demonstrated creativity in applying analytical techniques to novel research questions or non-routine material systems</li><li>Strong safety-first mindset with a proactive approach to identifying, communicating, and mitigating potential hazards before incidents occur</li><li>Experience acting as a technical reference or mentor within a laboratory or development environment</li></ul>Compensation:   <ul><li>The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $100,000-$125,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  </li></ul>Benefits For You:  <ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans</li><li>$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account) </li></ul>Benefits For Your Family:  <ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans </li><li>12 weeks of paid parental leave </li></ul>Benefits For Your Future:  <ul><li>401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one  </li><li>Eligibility for incentive stock options </li></ul> If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at <a href="mailto:careers@electra.earth">careers@electra.earth</a> We’re here to help.</div></div>

Electra is decarbonizing iron and steelmaking to eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global carbon dioxide 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 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.

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