Lab Technician

Nano One Materials Corp.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off (vacation, flex, sick)

RRSP employer match

Performance-based bonuses and equity

Maternity and parental leave top up

Job summary

Nano One Materials Corp. is seeking a Lab Technician for its Burnaby, BC innovation hub. You will primarily perform materials characterization using analytical instruments and support pilot-scale reactions as needed.

The role emphasizes analytical chemistry, documentation, and safety in a fast-paced materials science environment. Prior lab experience and a diploma in Chemistry are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in Chemistry or related field.
• At least two years of prior industry experience in a laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience with tools, laboratory apparatus, analytical equipment, and wet chemistry techniques.
• Proficiency in methods used in materials characterization (e.g. XRD, TGA/DSC, SEM, PSA, EDX, FTIR, ICP-OES, Carbon/Sulfur).
• Organized and detail-oriented with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine characterization of cathode materials using various analytical instruments.
• Assist in creating and updating SOPs, data reports, and logbooks.
• Ensure lab cleanliness and adherence to 5S standards.
• Assist with developing methods to characterize new materials.
• Support calibration and validation of equipment; report results to internal customers.
• Assist with pilot plant operations such as synthesis, sampling and processing.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Lab safety

Documentation

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree or diploma in Chemistry

Tools

XRD

TGA/DSC

SEM

PSA

EDX

FTIR

ICP-OES

Job description

ABOUT NANO ONE:

Nano One® Materials Corp. is a clean technology company with a patented, scalable and low carbon intensity industrial process for the low-cost production of high-performance lithium-ion battery cathode materials. We are trailblazing a better way to make battery materials for electric vehicles, energy storage and consumer electronics in the global push for a zero-emission future. We leverage our know-how to address scale-up challenges of the energy transition using our patented process which produces low-cost, high-performance lithium-ion battery materials. Our team focuses on continuous innovations to leapfrog the status quo by solving tomorrow’s problems. Nano One is a well-funded, publicly traded company with a diverse team of scientists and experienced business-people.

We are changing how the world makes battery materials

and we need your help. We are looking for talented and creative people to join our team as we scale-up towards commercialization.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are actively looking for a Lab Technician to join our Research Team at Nano One’s Innovation Hub in Burnaby, BC. As a Lab Technician, you will primarily work on materials characterization using a variety of analytical instruments including but not limited to Carbon/Sulfur analysis, BET Surface area, Laser diffraction particle size analysis, tapped density, XRD, XRF, TGA, and ICP-OES. Work may also involve supporting pilot scale reactions of cathode materials when necessary. This role is ideal for individuals with strong interest in analytical chemistry and materials characterization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine characterization of cathode materials using a variety of analytical instruments while adhering to standard operating procedures
• Assist in creating and updating documentation such as standard operating procedures, data reports, and logbooks
• Ensure the cleanliness of the lab while upholding 5S standards
• Assist with the development of methods for accurately characterizing new materials
• Assist with the research and development of new techniques to characterize materials in a process
• Participate in the calibration and validation of characterization equipment
• Interpret, analyze, and report results to internal customers
• Support pilot plant operations such as synthesis, sampling, and material processing when needed
• Adhere to Nano One’s standard operating procedures and safety practices

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree or diploma in Chemistry or related field
• At least two years of prior industry experience in a laboratory setting
• Hands-on experience with tools, laboratory apparatus, analytical equipment, and wet chemistry techniques
• Proficiency in the principles and techniques for a range of methods used in materials characterization (e.g. XRD, TGA/DSC, SEM, PSA, EDX, FTIR, ICP-OES, Carbon/Sulfur) would be an asset
• Organized and detail-oriented individual with a focus on safety

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive health coverage that covers health, dental and vision benefits, virtual care, and an Employee Assistance Program and Health or Personal Spending Account
• Paid time off for vacation, flex, personal, and sick days
• Up to 6% employer match for RRSP
• Potential for performance-based bonuses and equity linked to personal and company success
• Maternity and parental leave top up

Here at Nano One, we strive to create a work culture where everyone feels valued and respected.We believe in equal opportunities for all individuals and ensure that we are always recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who foster creativity and fresh perspectives.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.