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About the Role

Novoloop is seeking a Senior Technician – Analytical to support research, process development, manufacturing, and customer programs through high-quality analytical testing and data generation. Working closely with our Principal Scientist – Analytical Chemistry, the ideal candidate for this role is someone who is seeking to develop deep expertise and responsibility in operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, executing analytical methods, and delivering accurate, reliable data that enables technical decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Analytical Testing & Data Management

• Perform routine and semi-routine laboratory analysis following established SOPs, including sample preparation, instrument operation, data processing, and documentation.
• Perform analytical testing, including GC-MS, LC-MS, FTIR, GPC, NMR, DSC, TGA, UV-Vis, Karl-Fischer Titrations, and other analytical methods (such as mechanical testing) as required.
• Ensure analytical data is accurate, complete, traceable, and delivered promptly.
• Identify analytical anomalies or instrument issues and promptly communicate them to technical leads.

Laboratory Operations

• Support refinement of analytical methods, SOPs, and laboratory workflows to improve efficiency, robustness, and data quality.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, analytical records, and experiment summaries.
• Assist with calibration, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical instruments.
• Maintain laboratory inventory of chemicals, standards, and consumables, and coordinate with vendors for supplies and routine service.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and EH&S compliance.

Collaboration

• Support R&D, process development, manufacturing, and customer projects by providing high-quality analytical data.
• Communicate analytical status, timelines, and testing issues to scientists and engineers.
• Assist with training laboratory personnel on analytical procedures as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of industrial analytical laboratory experience required.
• Hands-on experience with wet chemistry techniques and analytical instrumentation.
• Strong laboratory organization, documentation, and data management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to analytical accuracy, consistency, and data integrity.

Why Join Novoloop?

• Learn directly from an experienced Principal Scientist with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and instrumentation.
• Build advanced analytical skills while supporting the development and commercialization of next-generation sustainable materials.
• Become a trusted analytical expert whose work enables scientific and engineering teams across the company.
• Join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and long-term technical expertise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What are the top 3 analytical instruments with which you have the most experience? Summarize your level of experience with each.
• This role is in Menlo Park, California. Do you need to relocate?
• When can you start work?
• Why do you want to join Novoloop?
• Why do you think you are a good fit for the role?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• industrial analytical laboratory: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person