Chemical Analysis Specialist - Burnaby, Canada - Svante

Svante

Verified Company

Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Svante

Svante is a purpose-driven, rapidly growing clean technology company based in Burnaby, BC, Canada, and we're on a mission to help the world reach net zero with filters and machines that capture and remove CO2 from industrial emissions and the air.

We're a collaborative, diverse group of people who care about the planet and, through our collective experience and expertise, are working to make an impact on climate change.

If you value a culture that welcomes and includes everyone, and you want to be a part of a growing technology company that's going to change the world, you've come to the right place.

The Role:
Chemical Analysis Specialist

Who are you?
You feel passionate about changing the world and creating a better future for the next generations. You believe that climate change needs to be a bigger focus to protect our planet.

You want to have a career with a high level of purpose that gives you opportunities to bring in innovation, work in collaborative teams and develop your knowledge.

When faced with an issue, you enjoy the problem-solving journey and look for the most effective solution. Your colleagues can rely on you for support and deliver on your promises.

You multiply your value by developing those around you by leading and coaching through the company's vision, mission, and values.

Customers:

Structured Adsorbent Coating Team
Svante Product Development Team
Svante Production Team

Suppliers:

Structured Adsorbent Coating Team
Svante Characterization Team

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Collecting and interpreting quality test data by following existing SOPs and standard methods.
Following QC criteria and developing/establishing them for newly added analyzers.
Characterizing slurry, laminate, powder, extractives, and raw materials using a growing number of analytical instruments.
Generating detailed laboratory reports summarizing trackable results, method development efforts, and critical communications.
Be accountable for communication with external labs for outsourcing the required tests.
Playing role in gathering knowledge and developing innovative characterization techniques for sorbent screening/qualification.
Participating in method development & optimization and experimental uncertainty analysis
Supporting other research, product development, prototyping and manufacturing, teams as required
Preparing documents such as technical reports, SOPs, and presentations.
Carrying out other related tasks and projects as required within chemistry context.
Maintaining instruments and equipment on a regular basis.

Key Qualifications:

MSc. or college degree in chemistry or a related field.
35 years of working experience in labs preferably as an analytical chemist in the labs with QMS in place and ISO 17025 certification.
Handson experience with wet chemistry and sample preparation
Understanding and experience in chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques are assets.
Demonstrate experience and knowledge in some of the characterization techniques such as (TGA, DSC, DVS, XRD, SEM, EDS, IC, MS, FTIR, Sorption units, Solid/Liquid NMR, etc.).
Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques for chemical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
Proficient in QC criteria monitoring in analytical chemistry set.
Demonstrate analytical, critical thinking and problemsolving skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and be adaptable to a fastpaced environment.
Be safety oriented and be able to measure risks before actions.
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Ability to liaise with internal teams within Svante R&D team to exchange routine information on specific tests and samples.
Ability to organize workload to meet established timelines and priorities and to follow laboratory testing and sampling protocols.

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