Job Title: Organic Synthesis Chemist

Industry Background: Energy storage systems is a rapidly emerging field. Over the last few years, supply-chain constraints and significant safety incidents arising from lithium-ion batteries globally have resulted in a dramatic increase in costs and reduced confidence in the reliability of the technology. Alsym is working on an exciting proprietary aqueous battery technology that is expected to compete with state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries while offering the technology at a fraction of the cost and with inherent non-flammability.

Key Qualifications

• PhD in Organic Chemistry.
• 2+ years industry experience
• Recently graduated PhD candidates, post-doctoral candidates, and researchers with experience in national labs will be considered if they have an exceptional background.
• Experience with organic and organometallic synthesis including total synthesis and medicinal chemistry is strongly preferred.
• Experience with air free manipulations such as use of a Schlenk Line or glove box is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of characterization of organic compounds is a must.
• Knowledge of pilot scale organic transformations and scale up feasibility is preferred.
• Experience with particle engineering and material coating technology is a plus.
• Experience with electrochemical methods for materials characterization (CV, CA, LSV, EIS, etc.) and electrochemical cell building would be advantageous.
• Ensure thorough documentation and reporting of experimental results and methodologies to facilitate knowledge transfer within the team.
• Mentor junior team members and support their development in organic synthesis techniques.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and good laboratory practices to ensure a safe and efficient lab environment.
  
  

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop synthetic organic methodologies for Alsym Energy non flammable battery technology
• Evaluate the literature for design concepts and new synthesis methodologies and facilitate their introduction to the wider R&D teams.
• Identify structure-function relationships for materials of interest and identify synthetic methodologies to target desirable properties.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on material selection, processing, and validation as active electrode materials.
  
  

Compensation, Benefits, And Perks

We are committed to providing equitable compensation and a healthy working environment for our employees with a benefits package that provides the support that you need. We cover 80% of the employee’s premium medical insurance cost through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental insurance through Bento Dental, offer a flexible Paid Time Off program, and maintain a firm Harassment Policy that includes Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, & Gender Protections. Every employee is also eligible for PFML, 401k, and stock options. A full listing of our benefits may be provided after an offer has been issued.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity & inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.