As a Chemist at Monolith, you are responsible for the continued improvement of our carbon black in customer applications. You will play a key role in supporting various research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to the development of new products and processes. Our chemists will collaborate across teams and with customers to drive innovation in the domains of rubber, plastic, inks, and batteries using material generated by our proprietary technology. Their discoveries and ideas are critical to the fulfillment of the company’s mission – to create a clean future and become one of the most relevant companies in the world. 

Why you should be at Monolith:

• Inspiring work that makes a positive difference to the world 
• A collaborative and diverse environment where everyone has a voice 
• Competitive compensation and flexible work-life balance 
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn 

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field of study
• 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory environment working with materials characterization instruments and techniques
• You consider yourself to be analytical and a problem solver
• You enjoy working independently and as part of a team
• You have strong attention to detail and can stay organized
• You are committed to staying safe in a lab setting

• Conduct laboratory experiments to support research initiatives under the guidance of senior scientists.
• Prepare and test different chemicals and materials for various applications.
• Perform requisite analyses to characterize materials and compounds, including XRF, XRD, ICP-OES, TEM, SEM, TGA-MS, and DSC among others.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures, data, and results.
• Assist in the interpretation and analysis of experimental data to draw meaningful conclusions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project objectives and timelines, both within the facility and the broader company.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

• You will work in an office and lab setting at our technical center in Lincoln, Nebraska.
• Monday-Friday, 40 hrs/wk, weekend availability as needed 

Disclaimer 

The above statements are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the job requirements. Rather, they are intended to describe the general nature of the job. Monolith reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.