Geoscientist

Job Description:

About Us:

Paebbl is a founder-led start-up at the forefront of climate technology and the emerging carbon economy. Our mission is to permanently sequester CO2 and transform it into valuable products. Inspired by natural CO2 mineralization, our technology accelerates this process significantly and is ready for scale-up. We are supported by long-term oriented institutional and private investors. Our diverse team includes experts in technology, industrial engineering, waste management, finance, and academia.

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Geoscientist to join our innovative team. This role is crucial for expanding and purifying our feedstock sources. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geochemistry, mineralogy, and geosciences, with a passion for sustainable environmental solutions. This position involves conducting experimental analyses to characterise minerals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to feedstock identification and mapping projects.
• Collect and characterize rock samples.
• Conduct research and development on mineral separation and purification in collaboration with academic institutions.
• Write grant applications, patents, journal articles, and white papers, present findings at conferences.
• Manage projects in collaboration with external partners.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent in Geochemistry, Mineralogy, or a related field with an in-depth understanding of mineral structures and properties, particularly magnesium and calcium silicate minerals (e.g., olivine and serpentine).
• Minimum of five years of relevant research experience, preferably in a similar role.
• Proficiency in geochemical software and laboratory techniques such as XRD, XRF, SEM, ChemScan, etc.
• Strong skills in analysing experimental data and utilising statistical tools.
• Project management experience in planning, executing, and managing research projects within set timelines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, and product development.

What We Offer:

• Competitive market-rate salary.
• Participation in our stock option program.
• Private healthcare insurance.
• Annual training and development budget.
• Annual wellness budget.
• 25 paid vacation days
• Up to 6 months of fully paid parental leave.

We are committed to fostering a constructive and inclusive work environment that respects all stakeholders, including our team, collaborators, customers, and partners. Our Code of Conduct reflects our dedication to maintaining a positive workplace culture. Join us and be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of CO2 removal and CO2-negative materials industries.

Ready to make a real impact? Apply today and help us shape a sustainable future!