Laboratory Technician III Analytical Chemist
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Job Location:
Boulder, CO - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 29 - 33
Posted on:
25-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who we are:
Were transforming one of the worlds oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the best Inventions of 2024 and Fast Company as one of 2024s Next Big Things in Tech Electra is scaling rapidly and were looking for bold driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If youre ready to make a real impact in a company thats redefining heavy industry for a cleaner smarter world we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
As a Laboratory Technician III on the Process Development team you will focus on lab experiments and testing. The role will be to support the analytical team with analysis of elemental components like carbon sulfur oxygen and nitrogen in solids and solutions to support our R&D and engineering teams. This is on on-site position in Boulder CO.
Responsibilities include:
- Perform routine sample analysis in the turnaround time required
- Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment
- Perform routine chemical analysis using standardized methods and procedures
- Summarize sample results clearly and concisely to other team members
- Assist the analytical team with sample preparation and dilutions as needed
- Perform general laboratory operations such as inventory safety clean-up etc.
- Read understand and comply with all workplace health and safety policies safe work practices and company policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
What we need you to bring to the team:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 5 years of related experience in laboratory environments
- Substantial understanding of laboratory chemistry principles including safe handling of strong acids and bases
- Familiarity with UV/Vis spectroscopy instrumentation including maintenance and troubleshooting
- Experience using balances and single-channel pipettes for accurate measurements
- Knowledge of EPA ASTM or ISO methodologies and ability to apply them in routine testing
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
- Accountable for the quality and timeliness of own deliverables
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult guided by defined and documented processes
- Adapts solutions to related problems and performs fact-finding to fully understand issues and determine appropriate responses
- Scope of impact is typically at the department or team level with short-term implications
- Normally receives little instruction on daily tasks and general guidance on new assignments
- Applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks independently
- May be responsible for upskilling new team members and sharing technical knowledge
- Conveys and exchanges basic technical information with colleagues clients or customers who are typically knowledgeable about the subject matter
- Demonstrates professionalism and reliability in laboratory operations
What we want you to bring to the team:
- 7 years of experience of lab experience with advanced instrumentation
- Hands-on experience with ICP-OES LC-MS/MS XRD/XRF and elemental analysis of C S O N H required.
- Experience handling hazardous chemicals including HF cyanide and concentrated acids in ISO 17025 labs.
- Prior experience developing and maintaining SOPs and training junior lab staff
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $29.00-$33.00 per hour 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
- $1800 in annual employer HSA contributions(health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision and telemedicine plans
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
- 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process reach out to us atWerehere to help.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Gas Chromatography
- Laboratory Experience
- Analytical Chemistry
- FDA Regulations
- Wet chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Chromatography
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography
- Industrial Laboratory Experience
- Spectroscopy
- GLP
- cGMP
About Company
Electra has been partnered with renowned lighting, ventilation, wiring accessories, and electrical system manufacturers since 1965. Our manufacturers and suppliers are known for their quality, creativity, and technical excellence. We have a track record of advising, supplying, and ser ... View more
