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Are you interested in fighting climate change to help ensure a brighter future?
To prevent climate catastrophe, we need to reduce our emissions and remove billions of tons of CO2 already in the atmosphere. At Verdox, we aim to do just that. We are racing against the clock to develop a carbon dioxide removal solution that we can deploy on a global scale. Our proprietary technology removes CO2 directly from the atmosphere and exhaust gas streams. It requires up to 70% less energy than today’s systems, is modular, and can run entirely on renewable electricity.
We are a small group of determined innovators taking on one of the world’s greatest challenges. Our team is growing quickly and backed by fantastic investors, strategic partners, and advisors. If you want to help combat global warming, come join us.
Verdox seeks a Chemistry Technician to join our R&D team. This position reports to the Polymer Scientist.
Key Responsibilities

Carry out the synthesis and purification of small-molecule and polymeric materials on the multigram to kilogram scale, using existing synthetic procedures developed by Verdox chemists

Use and maintain Verdox’s multi-liter reactors for the safe and reliable scale-up of synthetic reactions

Working closely with chemists and scientists, iterate on existing synthetic procedures to identify optimal reaction conditions

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

BS/BA in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent), with minimum ten years of relevant industry experience

Demonstrated experience executing multigram to kilogram scale synthesis safely

Comfortable with varied purification techniques including large scale purification

Experience with polymer synthesis, purification and physical characterization is a plus

Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Strong oral and written communication skills

Comfortable working in an evolutionary and dynamic startup environment

About Verdox, Inc Diverse Perspectives We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility. The success of our mission depends on the incorporation of diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Our work environment is inclusive and every employee has the opportunity to make their voice heard. Our Values Impact We are looking for people committed to changing the status quo. You are a good fit if you have a bias toward action and move quickly, even when decisions are tough.
Passion We are passionate about decarbonizing our atmosphere and industries to mitigate climate change. If that mission drives you, we want you on our team.
Integrity We have strong moral principles and always seek to do what is right. You’ll be in good company if you are honest and do everything possible to make good on your commitments.
Teamwork We collaborate effectively and are united in our goals. You’ll enjoy working here if you get energy from being part of something greater than yourself.
Adaptability We know that the road to success is full of twists and turns. You’ll be an asset if you are nimble and flexible in the face of change.
About Verdox, Inc Verdox, Inc. is dedicated to reversing climate change through the development and deployment of advanced technology. The company’s proprietary electro-swing process, developed at MIT, enables carbon dioxide and other acid gasses to be captured with up to 70% less energy and cost than conventional approaches.
Verdox is backed by an elite group of institutional investors like Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Prelude Ventures, and Lower Carbon Capital, as well as strategics like Norsk Hydro. Verdox was a winner of the $1M XPRIZE Carbon Removal Milestone award funded by Elon Musk, a winner of the Bloomberg New Energy Finance Pioneers program, and named one of the world’s 100 most promising impact startups by Norrsken in collaboration with the UNDP and the Obama Foundation.
Verdox is based in Woburn, MA (Boston Area).

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