As part of a start-up, you can expect opportunities to grow and learn new skills. The more capable you are, the more opportunities you will have to expand your career. We are looking for someone with a “can-do” attitude, who is excited about the opportunity to explore/develop a broad range of practical skills and loves hands-on work in the lab. Roles and responsibilities are collaborative and may evolve based on the needs of our quickly growing company as well as your skillset/interests.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline
• Must be able to move up to 25 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline
• 1–5 years of relevant industry/start-up experience
• Experience with polymer/composite formulation and/or thin film fabrication
• Be familiar with analytical instruments including TGA, DMA, TMA, DSC, rheometer, Brookfield viscometer, FTIR, SEM, laser confocal microscope (Keyence), Instron/Zwick universal testing systems, peel testers
• Rigorous attention to detail with experimental design, execution, and recordkeeping
• Strong analytical, organizational, teamwork, and time management skills
• Able to juggle multiple tasks efficiently
• Preference will go to local candidates

Level of Research Associate (RA) will depend on overall qualifications and years of experience.

Expectations:

Joining a start-up requires a willingness to embrace change and uncertainty with your projects. We move fast and change directions as needed. Your ability to pivot and embrace the learning and challenges that come with this environment will determine your ability to succeed. Additionally, hard work is appreciated and rewarded; willingness to collaborate with different teams, learning new instruments, and having fun are required. The DART team and Thintronics are growing – are you ready to join us?

Compensation/Benefits

• Thintronics offers a competitive base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Compensation growth is tied to role performance and advancement, with clear opportunities for increase through promotion as the company scales.
• In addition to base salary, this role includes a grant of qualified stock options subject to standard vesting schedules.
• The base salary range for this position is $70,000–$110,000 per year. Actual compensation will depend on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.
• This role also includes eligibility for a Thintronics' benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Thintronics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Interested Candidates: Please submit your resume via email to: careers@thintronics.com with “ Materials Research Associate Candidate ” as the subject line.