Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Head of Analytical Sciences & Operations leads the development and implementation of advanced analytical techniques for biochemical separation of critical minerals, impacting the company's ability to process and characterize high-value metals efficiently.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing and qualifying analytical methods, optimizing sample preparation, designing high-throughput and automated workflows, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance, managing laboratory operations, collaborating cross-functionally, and leading a multidisciplinary team.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers compensation commensurate with experience, is located in Boulder, CO, and includes a full benefits package with medical, dental, and 401(k).
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's or master's in chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields with 10+ years of industry experience, expertise in ICP-MS and ICP-OES, chromatographic techniques, automated workflows, and strong communication and organizational skills; coding skills and experience with lab automation are preferred.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to mentor and develop emerging leaders and foster innovation within a multidisciplinary team, supporting professional growth in analytical chemistry and industrial process monitoring.
Work environment and culture
The company values innovation, precision, collaboration, and a rigorous scientific approach within a fast-growing startup environment focused on sustainable critical mineral sourcing.
Company information
The company is a fast-growing startup pioneering technology to revolutionize critical mineral sourcing for industries like clean energy, electric vehicles, and national defense, aiming to reduce costs and environmental impact.
Team overview
The candidate will join a collaborative group of scientists including bioprocess engineers, biochemists, and bioinformatics teams, working closely with various R&D specialists.
Job location and travel
The job is based in Boulder, CO, with no specific mention of remote work or travel requirements.
Application process
Applicants should email their resume and a brief introduction to careers@berknergroup.com, including their name and the job title with reference code in the subject line, responding to the recruiting firm contact if applicable.
Unique job features
The position involves leading cutting-edge analytical method development for rare earth element extraction, integrating automation and sensor technology, and managing lab operations in a startup environment.
Company overview
Berkner Group is a specialized executive search firm that focuses on recruiting top-tier talent for technology and life sciences companies. They make money by providing tailored recruitment services, including identifying and placing high-caliber executives and professionals in critical roles within their client organizations. Founded by seasoned industry experts, the company has built a reputation for its deep industry knowledge, extensive network, and commitment to matching the right candidates with the right opportunities. Key to their success is their consultative approach, ensuring a thorough understanding of both client needs and candidate aspirations.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive experience in analytical method development, especially ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and chromatographic techniques like HPLC-MS, emphasizing your ability to qualify and optimize these methods for complex sample matrices.
Emphasize leadership and team-building skills, experience managing laboratory operations, automation, and cross-functional collaboration with bioprocess engineers and bioinformatics teams to integrate analytical workflows.
Apply through Berkner Group’s corporate careers site, LinkedIn job postings, and email your resume directly to careers@berknergroup.com as instructed to maximize your application reach.
Connect with current employees in the Analytical Sciences or Operations divisions at Berkner Group on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent innovations in critical mineral sourcing or asking about their experience working on automation in analytical workflows.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'analytical method qualification,' 'ICP-MS,' 'chromatography,' 'high-throughput screening,' 'lab automation,' and 'design of experiment methodology' to ensure it passes initial screening.
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