Biotechnology Principal Advisor – Nuton^TM

• Join a new team pioneering Rio Tinto’s latest heap leaching technology.
• Build a more sustainable future as you grow and develop your career.
• Experience why Utah is the best overall state to live and work. (Utah Ranked #1 U.S. News and World Report)

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Biotechnology Principal Advisor to continue development of the biotechnology aspects of our Nuton technology. 

This is a great opportunity to expand and develop your career in biotechnology. You will use your expertise to extract and transfer knowledge into the design, control and operation of the bio-reactor equipment and the facility to ensure the performance objectives of the processing plant are achieved. 

Our new venture Nuton is a suite of technologies built on nature-based alchemy. These bio-heap leaching technologies offer the potential to unlock new sources of the much-needed metal while also producing it in a more sustainable way. To find out more visit our Nuton Website

Reporting to the Technology Transfer Manager and working in a collaborative community of experts in the field of bacteria biotechnology, you will be:

• Developing and optimising the Nuton technology and equipment design
• Managing technical and technology risks
• Monitoring project and operational phases to ensure the technical design intent is maintained
• Ensuring adequate change management is executed when material variations are proposed – ensuring the change is validated by the relevant Nuton and Rio Tinto technical teams
• Delivering the operational readiness scope of Nuton for the specified facility, including the development of the technical manuals and onsite technical training
• Providing technical support to fabrication, commissioning, start-up and performance guarantee testing
• Providing peer consultation to the Rio Tinto bio-heap leaching laboratory program
• Ensuring the handling of Nuton IP information is carried out per the terms of the Nuton Commercial and Technology Agreements

What you’ll bring

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have.

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science
• Demonstrated Experience in technical operations
• Exposure and understanding of bacteria biotechnology
• Experience transferring knowledge into design and operational documentation
• Experience with the ability to critically review project deliverables to ensure continuity of the process design throughout all phases of the project. (engineering, procurement, operational readiness and commissioning)
• Proven experience in complex stakeholder engagement

What we Offer

We are committed to providing our employees with a generous benefits package. Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking, your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress, we provide:

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment 
• Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares. 
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
• Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.
• Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents.

Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

 Where you’ll be working

The role will be based in Salt Lake City, Utah. There will be some domestic travel and minimal international travel required.

Every Voice Matters 

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. 

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

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