Via Separations is a Boston-area startup dedicated to enabling process efficiency and intensification for the industrial sector. In 2024, Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market-driven energy technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection of engineering, society, and impact, our team is passionate about making a difference and building the technology and organization to do it. We are a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms, and we are looking to add talented, mission-driven people to our cohort.

We are passionate about transformative impact, optimistic about scientific progress, and unafraid of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage, and drive our mission forward. We embrace the diversity of our team for creative solutions and believe the best ideas come from the intersection of disciplines and perspectives. We want you to join us!

Role Description

As a Technician, you will have the opportunity to work alongside scientists and engineers from different teams to test new materials. You will be responsible for operating our custom filtration units and analyzing samples using a variety of analytical equipment. This work will directly support company goals in areas of membrane fabrication and characterization.

Responsibilities include:

Prepare samples for experimental studies
Operate high pressure filtration test units
Execute sample analysis using a variety of characterization equipment
Troubleshoot instrument performance issues and clearly communicate issues to engineers
Perform lab duties such as equipment calibration, cleaning, and inventory management
Implement ongoing safety programs and help drive a clean & safe work environment.
Ability to work weekend shifts

The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a similar field, or equivalent work experience as a lab technician.
Hands-on lab skills and safe-lab practices are a must
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You must be: organized & detail-oriented, adaptable, able to prioritize and balance multiple projects, team-oriented, and love to troubleshoot and think critically.
U.S. Work authorization is required for this role.

We offer:

Competitive compensation package, including equity options
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
401(k)
12 weeks paid Family Leave
15 days of annual PTO
Additional time off for Company holidays

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Via may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role!

At Via, we value and prioritize diversity of thought, access, and experiences, and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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Via Separations, Inc.

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