Posting TitleUndergraduate Summer Intern - Membrane Durability.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeIntern (Fixed Term).Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThis position will support research in NREL’s Chemistry and Nanoscience Center focused on understanding polymer/membrane degradation in support of the development of electrochemical energy conversion devices. The candidate will work as part of a diverse team to support various projects with academic, industrial, or national laboratory partners. Common job tasks will include efforts such as polymer characterization and/or membrane characterization specifically focused on postmortem analysis.The candidate will be responsible for performing polymer and/or membrane related research, coordinating with their mentor on experimental design, materials screening, reviewing data and iterating on research focus. The materials of interest will predominantly be ion containing polymers used under aqueous conditions. There are research needs in both the polymer chemistry area as well as membrane fabrication including the possibility of composite and/or bipolar membrane architectures.The overarching goal for this work is to identify promising polymers and membranes that will provide durable performance under operation in electrochemical energy conversion devices or in separations applications..Basic QualificationsMust be enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree program, or graduated in the past 12 months from an accredited institution. Candidates who have earned a degree may work for a period not to exceed 12 months. Must have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.Please Note:•You will need to upload official or unofficial school transcripts as part of the application process.•If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required QualificationsPreferred QualificationsAn acceptable candidate should have experience with membrane material for electrochemical devices and requisite analysis and characterization methods including but not limited to NMR, impedance analysis, Raman spectroscopy..Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Undergraduate II / Annual Salary Range: $34,000 - $54,400NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law). NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Internships projected to be less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. 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This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

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Undergraduate Summer Intern - Membrane Durability

<div><h2>About Us</h2>We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?</div><h2>Who You Are</h2>You are creative, proactive, rigorous, insightful, and hands-on. As a scientist or engineer on the Slurry &amp; Coating R&amp;D team, you will contribute to the improvement of commercially built high-energy Li-ion batteries during a 6-month (or longer) co-op or internship. You are able to draw from fundamental knowledge from coursework and hands-on research experience to evaluate the performance of our silicon nanocomposite active material in our developing anode battery platform using both modeling and experimentation. As part of a collaborative effort, your work will help to elucidate the underlying structure-property relationships of anode component materials (including active materials, binders, and conductive additives), the effect of subsequent cell processing, and the resulting impact on electrochemical performance. In this internship you’ll make connections in the fast growing energy materials field and get a flavor of the benefits that a technical career at Sila has to offer. <h2>Responsibilities and Duties  </h2><ul><li>Spend a minimum of 6 months onsite at Sila, beginning in summer 2024, to work exclusively on the assigned projects</li><li>Develop slurry and coating recipes through an iterative design process utilizing tabletop mixing &amp; coating processes, incorporating existing characterization and analysis techniques as appropriate</li><li>Plan and execute experiments to understand the effect of cell processing, such as electrode calendering, on mechanical and electrochemical properties of fabricated coatings and cells</li><li>Help build and operationalize new processes, instrumentation, and analytics pertaining to slurry and coating with rigorous data collection</li><li>Discover, understand, and explain the fundamentals involved in the relationships between electrode components and cell performance</li><li>Identify safety hazards and work cooperatively to implement improvements</li></ul><h2>Knowledge and Skill Requirements </h2><ul><li>At least 6 months’ prior experience working full-time in academic and/or industrial research &amp; development environments (battery-related is a plus)</li><li>Academic focus or expertise in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, or a related field</li><li>Proficiency with experimental design methods and statistical data analysis</li><li>Strong commitment to thoroughly document procedures, results, and learnings using top-tier organizational practices toward building and preserving institutional knowledge</li><li>Familiarity and engagement with best practices for collaborative problem-solving, such as sharing knowledge and ideas with peers, and formulating strategies to overcome technical challenges (familiarity with formal methods, such as failure modes &amp; effects analysis, is a plus)</li></ul><h2>Physical Demands and Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes</li><li>Precise and repetitive handling of a range of material quantities</li><li>Use a glove box and/or fume hood to prepare samples</li><li>Operate analytical equipment at a lab bench</li><li>Move items up to 50 lbs with the assistance of lift equipment and carts</li><li>Reach low shelves or items on the floor</li><li>Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time</li><li>Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc. in a fixed location</li></ul>Start date is June 10, 2024The starting base pay for this role is between $20/hr and $40/hr at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity.  The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for overtime.<div><h2>Working at Sila</h2>We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.</div>

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Slurry & Coating Co-Op / Internship

Posting TitlePost-Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern – Chemist.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeIntern (Fixed Term).Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe Bioenergy Science and Technology (BEST) directorate within the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) performs a full range of research from exploring biomass at the molecular level through biorefinery process optimization to bring biofuels and bio-products to market. The directorate’s research encompasses multiple areas including analysis &amp; characterization, biochemical processes, bioenergetics, and thermochemical processes.Our research group is focused on developing biological and chemical syntheses for cost-effective production of polymers and chemicals from terrestrial biomass. Our team brings together a wide range of technical expertise and global experience unified by a passionate drive to increase the technoeconomic feasibility for global adoption of bio-based polymers. Interdisciplinary collaboration and a relentless pursuit of advancing understanding at the intersection of fundamental science and industrial application is paramount to every member of our team.This internship position is hiring for full-time work on-site with NREL’s Polymer group starting in May or June of 2024. As a year-round internship, the ideal candidate will be available for a one-year internship commitment, immediately upon post-undergraduate completion. This intern will provide researchers within our group the support necessary to safely achieve their cutting-edge research, particularly the synthesis of novel bioderived polymers. The successful candidate will perform hands-on tasks and experimentation in a laboratory setting including:<ul><li>Benchtop wet chemistry</li><li>Air-free chemical synthesis</li><li>Polymer synthesis and characterization</li><li>Chemical purification</li></ul>The ability to conduct laboratory experiments with minimal supervision, with the utmost regard to safety is required. Adaptability and an aptitude for learning are critical in this role. This is an excellent opportunity for a student invested in the NREL mission who desires relevant laboratory experience in preparation for graduate school or a career in the chemical industry..Basic QualificationsMust be enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree program, or graduated in the past 12 months from an accredited institution. Internship period cannot exceed 12 months past graduation. Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.Please Note:•You will need to upload official or unofficial school transcripts as part of the application process.•If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>Demonstrated general laboratory experience and exposure to analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and/or biochemistry</li><li>Attention to detail, a fast learner, and have excellent time management skills</li><li>Work well with a variety of personality types with various levels of technical backgrounds</li><li>Demonstrated experience following Standard Lab Safety Procedures and setting a safe example</li><li>Be willing to take direction and work independently to support team goals</li></ul>Preferred QualificationsCandidates are expected to have completed a bachelor’s degree (with a preferred degree in Chemistry) in May or June 2024 and to begin an in-person, full-time internship for a 1-year commitment post-graduation..Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: / Annual Salary Range: $38,300 - $61,300NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law). NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Internships projected to be less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. 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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

Post-Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern – Chemist

About the JobThis management position will own the continued development and scale-up of Anthro's innovative polymer electrolyte technology. You will lead a small-but-mighty team to push the limits of battery performance by developing novel polymer and liquid electrolytes. You will be be a key decision maker for setting Anthro's technical strategy and an owner of one of our core technologies. You and your team will develop chemical strategies and formulations to meet requirements for a wide range of battery chemistries and customer requirements.  What you will do<ul> <li>Lead a small team of engineers and scientists to develop novel electrolyte technologies</li> <li>Serve as internal subject matter expert for battery electrolytes</li> <li>Develop novel polymer and liquid electrolyte engineering strategies, chemistries, and formulations to target specific battery performance properties</li> <li>Conduct deep literature and industry review to identify promising chemical strategies</li> <li>Identify key capabilities gaps and design experiments to close them</li> <li>Work with a range of battery chemistries, including Si anode, Graphite, Li Metal, NMC, LCO, LFP, and others</li> <li>Design and execute thoughtful experiments, analyze data, and interpret experimental results</li> <li>Work hands-on in the lab to unstuck your team and push the technology forward</li> <li>Mentor engineers on technical and professional development</li> <li>Pro-actively identify strategic opportunities for technical developments</li> <li>Contribute to the development of Anthro’s IP roadmap and file relevant IP</li> <li>Assist with preparation and execution of government grants</li> <li>Prepare presentations and report on progress at internal meetings</li> <li>Work in-person, on-site at Anthro’s lab in San Jose</li> </ul>Requirements<ul> <li>3+ years industry experience focused on lithium-ion batteries</li> <li>PhD in STEM field with additional experience in an industrial R&amp;D setting related to polymers and/or batteries and/or liquid electrolytes</li> <li>Profound electrochemical knowledge</li> <li>Established R&amp;D engineer demonstrated scientific accomplishments</li> <li>Comfortable working with advanced polymer materials, liquid electrolytes, and battery systems</li> <li>An excellent communicator and team player</li> <li>Able to manage multiple workflows and projects</li> <li>Ambitious, looking to increase your responsibility in a fast growing company</li> <li>Visa sponsorship is not available</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience</li> <li>15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off</li> <li>Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents</li> <li>401k with match</li> <li>Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy</li> <li>Diverse and inclusive work environment</li> </ul>

Anthro is an advanced materials company developing solutions to some of the biggest problems facing the battery-dependent electrified future.

Technical Manager - Battery Electrolyte

Posting TitleUndergraduate (Year-Round) Intern – Chemistry / Chemical Engineering.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeIntern (Fixed Term).Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe Bioenergy Science and Technology (BEST) directorate within the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) performs a full range of research from exploring biomass at the molecular level through biorefinery process optimization to bring bio-products to market. The directorate has recently expanded its research focus to include analysis, characterization, biochemical processes, bioenergetics, thermochemical processes, polymer science/synthesis, and plastic recycling and upcycling.The Renewable Resources and Enabling Sciences Center within BEST is a talented team of scientists and technicians working in biological, chemical, and catalytic research approaches to renewable energy and materials for a circular economy. The center has strong thrusts in polymer design and upcycling, separations, synthetic biology and bioconversion, analytical sciences, computational modeling, and lignocellulosic chemistry and catalysis.Our group is conducting research to investigate the catalytic upgrading of furfurals to hydrocarbons for blending into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from a variety of feedstocks included but not limited to nonrecyclable municipal solid waste and corn stover. Our team brings together a wide range of technical expertise with a passionate drive to increase the technoeconomic feasibility of producing advanced drop-in fuels with particular emphasis on the aviation sector.This internship position is hiring for part-time, on-site work within the Separations Science Group starting in February/March of 2024. As a year-round internship, the ideal candidate will be available for a one-year commitment. This intern will provide researchers with the support necessary to safely achieve their cutting-edge research—homogenous/ heterogeneous chemical catalysts for dehydration, condensation and hydrodeoxygenation reactions. This will involve the synthesis, testing, and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts leading to production of hydrocarbons with boiling points and other properties that make them suitable as jet fuels. Candidates will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.The successful candidate will perform hands-on tasks and experimentation in a laboratory setting including:<ul><li>Operation and maintenance of analytical instrumentation</li><li>Batch and flow reactor operation</li><li>Benchtop wet chemistry</li><li>Separations</li></ul>The successful candidate will be able to:<ul><li>Work safely and independently in a laboratory setting</li><li>Learn new techniques and protocols</li><li>Plan and execute research in collaboration with other researchers</li><li>Perform catalysts studies, reaction engineering, and catalyst and process design</li><li>Communicate scientific results effectively, both in written and oral formats</li><li>Author peer-reviewed publications</li><li>Work effectively in a multidisciplinary team of engineers and chemists</li></ul>.Basic QualificationsMinimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year. Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master’s degree program from an accredited institution.Post Graduate: Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.Graduate + PhD: Completed master’s degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution.  Please Note: • Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process. • If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process. • Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>Demonstrated general laboratory experience and exposure to analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and/or biochemistry</li><li>Attention to detail, a fast learner, and have excellent time management skills</li><li>Work well with a variety of personality types with various levels of technical backgrounds</li><li>Demonstrated experience following Standard Lab Safety Procedures and setting a safe example</li><li>Be willing to take direction and work independently to support team goals</li></ul>Candidates are expected to be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in spring 2024 and begin an in-person, part-time internship for a 1-year commitment during their undergraduate degree.Preferred QualificationsN/A.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: / Annual Salary Range: $38,300 - $61,300NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law). NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Internships projected to be less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application..EEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_unformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern – Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

<div>Electric Hydrogen’s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels. </div>We are looking for a Metrology Engineer to join our Cell Technology Laboratory. You will install and operate various analytical instrumentation and develop methods for analyzing electrolyzer components. You will develop and improve existing metrology for the mechanical analysis of electrolyzer components including design of experiments and custom mechanical testing fixtures.You will work onsite in our Lab in Natick, MA, and report to the Director of Cell Technology.Role and Responsibilities<ul><li>Improve a variety of laboratory experiments and operations including wet chemistry and dry processing techniques</li><li>Prepare and characterize electrolyzer component samples for structural and mechanical analysis</li><li>Solve technical issues that arise within the laboratory</li><li>Set up and maintaining analytical equipment</li><li>Develop and implement new analytical methods</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in science field</li><li>3+ years experience working in a wet chemistry laboratory</li><li>3+ years experience with powder, metal, or polymer characterization of metals</li><li>3+ years experience handling powders and hazardous materials</li><li>Requires working in a standing or seated position for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours</li><li>Significant walking or other means of mobility</li><li>Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and must adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses</li><li>Must wear appropriate PPE</li></ul> #LI-OnsiteCompensation and Benefits | P2<div><div><div>Natick Zone</div><div>$86,700—$116,450 USD</div></div></div><div>Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job-related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.​Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. We feel strongly that our team should not have to worry about having quality healthcare. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:​<ul><li>an equity grant​</li><li>time off programs​</li><li>a $75/month cell phone allowance​</li><li>a 4% employer 401(k) match​</li><li>100% fully paid premiums for employees and their families: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term &amp; long-term disability coverage​</li><li>a discretionary bonus​</li></ul>Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.About Electric HydrogenElectric Hydrogen is a team of the world's experts in scaling technologies for the post-carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world's top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost-effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low-cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply! </div>

Pioneering the decarbonization of industrial sectors through innovative renewable energy solutions with urgency and ambition.

Metrology Engineer

Posting TitlePost-doctoral Researcher - Materials Science for Photovoltaics.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypePostdoc (Fixed Term).Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe NREL Materials, Chemical and Computational Science (MCCS) directorate has an immediate opening for a full time (40 hours per week) Postdoctoral Researcher for work conducting innovative experimental research in in renewable energy and energy efficiency. MCCS’ research portfolio spans photovoltaics and solar energy conversion; solar fuels; hydrogen production, storage, and utilization; fundamental materials science and chemistry; materials discovery, synthesis, and development; advanced characterization, spectroscopy, microscopy, and imaging; energy storage; and reliability/durability.Publication of results in scientific journals and conference proceedings and presentation of work at scientific conferences and program review meetings are expected. Complying with NREL's environmental, safety, and health policies and procedures, working safely at all times, maintaining showpiece laboratories, and continuously promoting a safe working environment.MCCS Directorate.Basic QualificationsMust be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or relevant field.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>Candidates must have a solid background in materials science and/or photovoltaic device physics.</li><li>Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated by first authorship of quality scientific papers</li><li>Proven communications skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team are also required.</li><li>Experience with experimental materials science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant field.</li><li>Scientific background allowing interpretation of results using physical principles.</li><li>Excellent oral and written presentation skills.</li><li>A willingness and curiosity to learn work on a variety of projects.</li><li>Ability to learn new techniques quickly and multi-task efficiently.</li></ul>Preferred QualificationsThe following is a list of preferred skills we would like the candidate to have. We do not expect them to have all these skills/experiences, but just a few. The successful candidate will be selected based on how their skills in these areas will best compliment the team composition.<ul><li>Hands on experience with fracture mechanics, mechanical testing, microscopy, or metallography.</li><li>Experience with photovoltaic cell metallization, silicon cell processing, module interconnects, or other metal-semiconductor interfaces.</li><li>An understanding of PV device physics.</li><li>Experience with crystalline Si, CdTe, III/IV, perovskite, or any other PV technology.</li><li>Understanding of PV performance and energy yield modeling.</li><li>Knowledge of photovoltaic cell fabrication, processing, and packaging.</li><li>Experience with modeling mechanics of materials and thermomechanical reliability.</li><li>Experience with accelerated stress testing of materials or devices.</li><li>Experience extrapolating laboratory degradation to field performance.</li><li>Understanding of polymer science and degradation.</li></ul>.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Postdoctoral Researcher / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; and paid holidays. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. 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Post-doctoral Researcher - Materials Science for Photovoltaics

Posting TitlePostdoctoral Researcher – Machine Learning for Protein Design and Engineering.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypePostdoc (Fixed Term).Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe Renewable Resources and Enabling Sciences Center is a talented team of scientists and technicians working in biological, chemical, and catalytic research approaches to renewable energy and materials for a circular economy. The center has strong thrusts in polymer design and upcycling, separations, synthetic biology and bioconversion, analytical sciences, computational modeling, and lignocellulosic chemistry and catalysis .A postdoctoral researcher role is available in NREL’s Renewable Resources and Enabling Sciences Center. The successful candidate will develop machine learning and deep learning tools that are able to identify and design process-advantaged enzymes for the deconstruction of polymer waste, conversion of C1 substrates, biosensor design, and use in metabolic pathways. This work will be done in close collaboration with a large, multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional team.The successful candidate will be able to:• co-design the planning and execution of protein selection, design, and engineering efforts with other researchers• use state-of-the-art deep learning methods to develop predictive models with applications in enzyme selection, engineering, and design• use machine learning techniques to analyze biochemical data to make engineering recommendations for improving desired enzyme properties• work with small experimental datasets, using techniques such as semi-supervised learning, transfer learning, etc.• use structural information, bioinformatics, molecular modeling, and / or machine learning techniques to develop protein sequence/structure/function relationships and make engineering recommendations for improving desired enzyme properties• work effectively both independently and in a large, multidisciplinary, multi-institutional team of biologists, chemists, and engineers.• collaborate with modeling and experimental collaborators to plan, execute, discuss, and analyze project results and propose new directions.• communicate scientific results effectively, both in written and oral formats• author peer-reviewed publications• maintain professionalism and an environment of mutual respect in all communication and interactions with fellow staff and collaborators.Basic QualificationsMust be a recent PhD graduate within the last three years.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications<ul><li>Research experience in machine learning, deep learning, and bioinformatics</li><li>Troubleshooting skills, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to deliver high-quality results within aggressive timelines</li><li>A strong publication history in the peer-reviewed scientific literature</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience developing approaches to select for and engineer thermo-tolerant enzymes​</li><li>Relevant experience with molecular dynamics simulations</li><li>Demonstrated experience in Python and/or other relevant programming languages, especially applied to the development of high-throughput computational workflows</li></ul>.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Postdoctoral Researcher / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; and paid holidays. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. 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Postdoctoral Researcher – Machine Learning for Protein Design and Engineering

Posting TitleResearcher III - Development of Transient Spectroscopic Probes of Photochemical Processes.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionA Researcher III position is available in NREL’s Materials, Chemical, and Computational Science (MCCS) directorate to develop and apply transient spectroscopic techniques to probe photochemical and photoelectrical conversion processes over a wide breadth of time scales in molecular/polymeric organic and hybrid organic-inorganic systems.The successful candidate will join several multi-disciplinary teams investigating novel excited-state photophysical and photochemical processes in chemical systems that include organic semiconductors (including metal-organic coordination complexes, polyaromatic organic chromophores, and conjugated polymers); inorganic semiconductors; and hybrid organic-inorganic architectures. The successful candidate should have experience in a variety of experimental techniques which may include, but is not limited to: Ultrafast transient spectroscopic techniques; Transient Spectroelectrochemical techniques; Steady-state and transient photoluminescence spectroscopy.Primary duties will involve:<ol><li>Design, construction, and use of instrumentation for transient spectroscopic studies of photo-excited state dynamics, including the use of pulsed femtosecond laser systems and the development of transient spectroelectrochemical measurements.</li><li>Spectroscopic data analysis, fitting, and kinetic modelling.</li><li>Dissemination of research to project sponsors and the wider technical community, via oral presentations and journal articles.</li><li>Participation in the proposal development process, including identification of scientific/technical challenges and crafting research approaches to address them.</li><li>Training and mentoring junior researchers, both in technical and safety aspects related to laser spectroscopy measurements.</li><li>A strong focus on the maintenance, stewardship, and safety management related to the core laser systems and laboratories devoted to these experimental efforts.</li></ol>MCCS Directorate.Basic QualificationsRelevant PhD . Or, relevant Master's Degree and 3 or more years of experience . Or, relevant Bachelor's Degree and 5 or more years of experience . Demonstrates complete understanding and wide application of scientific technical procedures, principles, theories and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines. Demonstrates leadership in one or more areas of team, task or project lead responsibilities. Demonstrated experience in management of projects. Very good technical writing, interpersonal and communication skills.* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required QualificationsCandidates should be able to demonstrate:<ul><li>A complete understanding and wide application of scientific technical procedures, principles, theories and concepts in the Development of Transient Spectroscopic Probes of Photochemical Processes.</li><li>Experience with maintenance and use of pulsed femtosecond laser systems, including technique development.</li><li>The ability to work and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including both internal and external partners, that includes synthetic chemists, computational scientists, and other experimentalists is required.</li><li>The ability to drive their research projects forward with limited supervision.</li><li>A commitment to, and potential for, the development of new research directions.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated strong publication record, including ability to drive preparation of publications.</li><li>A proven dedication to mentoring, training, and professional development of junior researchers.</li><li>Experience in spectroscopic data analysis, fitting, and kinetic modelling is essential.</li><li>Commitment to lab safety and protocols.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Researcher III / Annual Salary Range: $79,600 - $143,300NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.* Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. 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Researcher III - Development of Transient Spectroscopic Probes of Photochemical Processes

<div>About HelionWe are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone. Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $600 million from investors such as Sam Altman, Mithril, and Capricorn Investment Group to propel us forward. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). Now we are working toward Polaris, which will be the first machine to demonstrate electricity from fusion, making this a great time to join Helion! Bring your skills, experiences, and determination to make a difference in the world. Together, we can make a future with unlimited clean electricity from fusion a reality.  </div>What You Will Be Doing:You will help Helion develop designs and materials suitable for high radiation environments by analyzing and advising engineers on radiation effects on a range of materials. You will report to our Director of Materials at our Everett, WA office.You will:<ul><li>Advise engineering design decisions based on radiation effects (due to neutrons and photons) on materials used within the radiation shield vault, e.g., metals used in magnet coils, dielectrics used for structure, and polymers used for cable jacketing</li><li>Partner with neutronics engineers to predict dpa, analyze, model, and predict macroscopic effects on material properties including thermal conductivity, electrical resistivity, and mechanical strength. Assess system-level radiation risk</li><li>Perform literature reviews on radiation effects on materials of interest and distill the information into summaries for non-nuclear engineers, reactively. Maintain a database of radiation effects on materials</li><li>Operate in an environment with obstacles and changing requirements</li><li>Partner with other internal Helion teams, external vendors, national laboratories, and universities to gather the required capabilities.  Develop your network and represent Helion at technical meetings and conferences</li></ul>Required Skills:<ul><li>A degree in nuclear engineering, radiological sciences, materials science/engineering, chemistry/chemical engineering, or a related technical discipline, and the ability to apply experience working on radiation effects to a range of materials</li><li>Knowledge of non-aqueous corrosion and environmentally assisted degradation mechanisms (e.g., stress corrosion cracking, creep, accelerated fatigue); broad understanding of materials science and engineering; and an understanding of typical neutron and photon interactions (e.g., leading to material transmutation or helium bubble generation)</li><li>Data analysis with a common coding language (Python, MATLAB, C++), data presentation, technical communication, and writing</li></ul>The pay range for this position is $125k-180k. This pay range may be inclusive of several career levels and will be narrowed based on several factors, including the candidate’s experience and qualifications.#LI-Onsite<div>Benefits and CompensationOur total compensation package includes generous equity and benefits, including but not limited to: <ul><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families </li><li>31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days) </li><li>13 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break </li><li>Up to 5% employer 401(k) match </li><li>Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance </li><li>Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks) </li><li>Annual wellness stipend  </li></ul>NOTE: Underrepresented people are less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of the job's requirements. We believe in hiring people, not checklists, and encourage you to apply even if you do not check all of the boxes. If this job isn't the one, we have many other openings that may be a fit.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. If we reach out to you to begin an interview process, we will also ask if you require any reasonable accommodation at that time.</div>

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