Job description

We have an exciting opportunity available to a motivated and self-directed scientist who has experience working with protein to lead our R&D efforts in polymer science. The candidate will work in a highly interdisciplinary, fast-paced environment, and design, execute, and oversee experiments in areas of polymer physics and chemical engineering with a focus on material development, characterization, and thermoplastic processing.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Polymer Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or M.S. in these fields with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience
• Experience with chemical characterization techniques including FTIR, DSC, TGA, and other spectroscopies, as well as tensile mechanical testing and characterization
• Design, execute and oversee experimental plans to meet specific research milestones
• Desire to learn and work collaboratively across different scientific disciplines to develop MiTerro bioplastic, including molecular biology, and polymer chemistry
• Basic knowledge of molecular biology and synthetic chemistry and/or industry experiencein polymer extrusion is highly desirable
• A passion to see a better future for our planet
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced start-up environment and balance multiple projects
• Must provide proof of identification and eligibility to work in the United States of America

Responsibilities:

• Establishment of molecular level structure-function relationships between cross-linking sites density and mechanical properties of bioplastic for water-soluble packaging application
• Responsible for researching and developing modification (modification, graft copolymerization, etc.) of natural macromolecular polymers such as protein, cellulose, starch, etc.
• Development and characterization of biopolymer, including twin-screwed extrusion and green chemistry processes, mechanical properties
• Execution of research directions that serve the programmatic needs and provide deliverables for Mi Terro’s research and development milestones

Benefits:

• Stock option
• Competitive salary
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Fun and motivating working environment
• Be recognized in numerous prestigious publications and awards
• End microplastic and be the savior of our planet!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Chemical engineering: 3 years (Preferred)
• polymerization: 3 years (Preferred)
• thin film making: 3 years (Preferred)
• twin-screwed extruder: 3 years (Preferred)
• bioplastic: 3 years (Preferred)
• bio-based polymer: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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