Electra
Laboratory Technician III - Analytical Chemist
Electra, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Laboratory Technician III - Analytical Chemist
Who we are:
We're transforming one of the world’s 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 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly and we’re looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production.
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 such as carbon, sulfur, oxygen, and nitrogen in solids and solutions to support our R&D and engineering teams. This is an on‑site position in Boulder, CO.
Responsibilities include:
Perform routine sample analysis within the required turnaround time.
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 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 with advanced instrumentation.
Hands‑on experience with ICP‑OES, LC‑MS/MS, XRD/XRF, and elemental analysis of C, S, O, N, H.
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:
Anticipated starting pay range: $29.00–$33.00 per hour, depending on 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.
$1,800 annual employer HSA contribution (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:
401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions, vesting 100% on day one.
Eligibility for incentive stock options.
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at
careers@electra.earth . We’re here to help.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As set forth in Electra’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:
Disabled veteran.
Recently separated veteran.
Active‑duty wartime or campaign badge veteran.
Armed forces service medal veteran.
Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability Form CC‑305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250‑0005 Expires 04/30/2026.
Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress toward this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one.
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally).
Autoimmune disorder, e.g., lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS.
Blind or low vision.
Cancer (past or present).
Cardiovascular or heart disease.
Celiac disease.
Cerebral palsy.
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing.
Diabetes.
Disfigurement, e.g., burn, wound, accident, or congenital.
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder.
Gastrointestinal disorders, e.g., Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome.
Intellectual or developmental disability.
Mental health conditions, e.g., depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD.
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs.
Mobility impairment, e.g., wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace, other supports.
Nervous system condition, e.g., migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS).
Neurodivergence, e.g., ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities.
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause).
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, e.g., tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema.
Short stature (dwarfism).
Traumatic brain injury.
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We're transforming one of the world’s 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 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly and we’re looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production.
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 such as carbon, sulfur, oxygen, and nitrogen in solids and solutions to support our R&D and engineering teams. This is an on‑site position in Boulder, CO.
Responsibilities include:
Perform routine sample analysis within the required turnaround time.
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 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 with advanced instrumentation.
Hands‑on experience with ICP‑OES, LC‑MS/MS, XRD/XRF, and elemental analysis of C, S, O, N, H.
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:
Anticipated starting pay range: $29.00–$33.00 per hour, depending on 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.
$1,800 annual employer HSA contribution (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:
401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions, vesting 100% on day one.
Eligibility for incentive stock options.
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at
careers@electra.earth . We’re here to help.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As set forth in Electra’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:
Disabled veteran.
Recently separated veteran.
Active‑duty wartime or campaign badge veteran.
Armed forces service medal veteran.
Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability Form CC‑305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250‑0005 Expires 04/30/2026.
Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress toward this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one.
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally).
Autoimmune disorder, e.g., lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS.
Blind or low vision.
Cancer (past or present).
Cardiovascular or heart disease.
Celiac disease.
Cerebral palsy.
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing.
Diabetes.
Disfigurement, e.g., burn, wound, accident, or congenital.
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder.
Gastrointestinal disorders, e.g., Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome.
Intellectual or developmental disability.
Mental health conditions, e.g., depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD.
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs.
Mobility impairment, e.g., wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace, other supports.
Nervous system condition, e.g., migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS).
Neurodivergence, e.g., ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities.
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause).
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, e.g., tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema.
Short stature (dwarfism).
Traumatic brain injury.
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