Your mission
100 years after the invention of industrial methanol synthesis, we will fundamentally revolutionise this technology. Our disruptive process is based on homogeneous catalysis, which enables us to fundamentally rethink methanol production in a green way. To this end, we are launching our first pilot in one of Germany's largest chemical parks to demonstrate our technology based on CO2 and green hydrogen.
We are looking for you to drive this milestone forward together with us and thus take the first step towards industrial-scale homogeneous production of green methanol!
Your mission will be:
- You will be responsible for the successful start-up and continued operation of the experimental reactor and solve any problems that arise on the chemical side.
- You will answer critical questions on catalyst aging and recycling through collaborations with renowned research institutes
- You design and implement the practical implementation of our catalysis technology in an industrial environment based on CO2 and green H2 and take over the training of colleagues.
- You develop and take responsibility for a reliable supply chain for all chemical aspects (catalyst, solvent, ...) in the project.
Your profile
You have successfully completed a PhD in chemistry with specialization in homogeneous catalysis (ideally in the field of organometallic catalysis)
- You have experience with mechanistic studies in the field of homogeneous catalysis
- You are familiar with the necessary analytical methods such as GC/LC-MS, NMR, UV-VIS, XAS, HPLC,... and can analyze and interpret results and derive concrete actions
- You have basic experience in organic synthesis, ideally of pincer ligands
- You speak German and English
Why us?
As a startup in Berlin, we offer a dynamic and non-bureaucratic environment, attractive salary and stock option package, and the chance to help solve the #1 global challenge, climate change.
We welcome applications from all genders and are open to part-time.
About us
Re-inventing chemistry
We develop disruptive chemical production processes by rethinking them from the atomic level all the way up to production scale.
We explore new chemistries by employing quantum-chemical simulations and transfer them into proprietary production technology.
Designing green processes
We develop & scale our new technologies based on renewable feedstocks & energy. From the very first steps in the development of a production process, we design it to enable closed carbon loops. Without compromise.
Defossilizing industries
With our climate-friendly chemical technologies we support industries in their net zero journey. Our first disruption is the proprietary C1 methanol technology. It unlocks green methanol production by overcoming long-standing challenges.