Lithium Processing R&D Lab Assistant

Novalith Technologies; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Battery materials experience in Sydney

Job summary

Novalith Technologies is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the Alexandria, NSW on-site lab. You will support research experiments, operate lab equipment, maintain records and help scale our lithium-processing methodologies in a fast-growing clean-tech startup.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, have GLP/WHS knowledge, and at least 2 years of lab experience. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with growth opportunities and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (chemistry, materials science, metallurgical engineering, physics or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant laboratory experience in a chemical, metallurgical or minerals lab.
• Experience conducting experiments, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
• Knowledge of GLP and WHS; promotion of a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and operate laboratory and pilot plant equipment for lithium-processing projects.
• Assist in setting up reactor systems, gas handling and concentration equipment.
• Conduct lab tests and experiments, prepare samples and record data following protocols.
• Operate and calibrate lab instruments and ensure proper functioning.
• Analyze data, maintain records, and report findings in internal meetings.
• Conduct literature reviews and background research for projects.
• Participate in fieldwork or pilot plant trials as needed.
• Source and track materials inventories and equipment.

Skills

GLP knowledge

WH S knowledge

Laboratory skills

Data recording

Time management

Team work

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Novalith Technologies is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the Alexandria, NSW on-site lab. You will support research experiments, operate lab equipment, maintain records and help scale our lithium-processing methodologies in a fast-growing clean-tech startup.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in a relevant field, have GLP/WHS knowledge, and at least 2 years of lab experience. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with growth opportunities and a competitive salary.