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Junior Research Assistant

ayrtonenergy

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Full-time Posted 8d ago
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Ayrton Energy's vision is to provide affordable, off-grid energy security via clean, safe and scalable hydrogen storage technologies .  Ayrton is looking for a chemistry or chemical engineering graduate with experience in a chemical laboratory to join our team in a full time role.  As part of a fast-growing startup, the scientist in this role can anticipate a large variety of changing role responsibilities as the team grows.  You will love this job if: * You are excited to work at an early-stage startup * You are organized and like following protocols for sample preparation/synthetic processes * You enjoy working in cross-functional teams and feel comfortable sharing your ideas Your Responsibilities: * Work with Senior Scientists to prepare materials for electrochemical testing; including blending and coatings of catalysts * Work with Senior Scientists to prepare experimental equipment, and run experiments; including electrochemical test stations * Preparation of chemical samples for characterization and testing * Work with Senior Scientists to collect and analyze data * Support with instrument maintenance, inventory management, waste disposal and other laboratory activities as needed Your Skills and Experience: * Undergraduate degree in chemistry, physics or engineering with chemical lab experience (may be from classes) * Passionate about innovation, self-motivated and keen to learn * Organized and efficiently able to manage time for laboratory protocols. * Experience in a research and development laboratory environment is beneficial * Experience with electrochemical systems (fuel cells, electrolysers, etc) is beneficial * Knowledge of Python for data analysis is beneficial At Ayrton We Value: * Honesty – We are solving hard problems and look for diversity in thought * Dependability – We value action over words and will empower you to get things done * Be Kind – We are a team. Win together, lose together, learn together   Ayrton is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion within our team.  As a women-led venture, our company strives to provide a supportive atmosphere for under-represented individuals in business and STEM fields, including a focus on work-life balance and employee mental health.

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