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Allonnia · 6 days ago

Senior Chemist/Sr Chemical Engineer

Allonnia is dedicated to solving the world’s toughest waste challenges through innovative biotechnology solutions. The Senior Chemist/Sr Chemical Engineer will develop sustainable solutions for the mining industry, focusing on designing and implementing experimental plans to create products that remove impurities from mining materials.

BiotechnologyEnvironmental EngineeringMining TechnologyWaste Management

Responsibilities

Collaboratively design scope 100% of all assigned technical projects using experimental design principles
100% of assigned projects have clearly defined fast fail milestones with kill criteria
100% of assigned projects have documented risks and mitigation plans
Manage 2-3 laboratory projects at the same time, Document work, procedures, observations, and results
Achieve 80%+ of key milestones on time and on budget or go/no go decision
Develop cadence and clear communication of progress on experiments by holding weekly meetings with manager to provide updates on progress, challenges, etc
100% of all experiments (upon completion or at critical phases) will have a debrief with the team
Debrief summary and learnings completed and documented for all experiments

Qualification

Advanced degree in ChemistryInorganic chemistry expertiseMining industry experienceData processingAnalysisProject management proficiencyLaboratory research skillsCommunication skills

Required

Advanced degree in Chemistry, Geochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
Candidates with other advanced degrees will also be considered (e.g. mineral aquatic chemistry, material science, polymer chemistry, biochemistry, geology, mineralogy, or a related field.)
10 plus years of industry experience
Experience in and a strong understanding of inorganic chemistry, mineral aquatic chemistry, or a similar discipline is required
Demonstrated experience in successfully managing projects to achieve their objectives, or the ability to make informed decisions regarding project discontinuation when necessary
Willingness to commit approximately 75% of working hours to laboratory activities, including research, experimentation, and analysis
Proficiency in project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting, to ensure successful project outcomes

Preferred

Experience in mining is preferred
Experience in data processing and analysis is preferred
Preferred experience in the industrial, chemical or biochemical extraction of metal ions from mining ores, such as acid or heap leaching

Company

Allonnia

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Allonnia is an environmental biotechnology company focused on metals and mining, plastics and PFAS, plus other emerging contaminants.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$110M
Key Investors
Viking Global InvestorsBison VenturesEvok Innovations
2025-12-10Series A· $20M
2023-07-12Series A· $30M
2021-03-17Series A· $20M

Leadership Team

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Nicole Richards
Chief Executive Officer
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