Company Profile

Thermulon is an impact driven team of entrepreneurs, engineers, and scientists developing a high-performance, fire-safe insulation material, aerogel. Aerogels are the most insulating materials known to science and we believe they’ll be at the centre of the green transition which is taking place today with key uses in Electric Vehicles and Construction.

Founded in 2019, Thermulon is backed by influential venture capitalists including Deep Science Ventures, Sustainable Ventures, and Sky Ocean Ventures. We also have the support of angel investors and crowdfunding campaigns. Our dedication to technological advancement and sustainability has gained recognition from industry-leading organizations such as the Cleantech Group, Futurebuild, the Royal Society of Chemistry, and the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Job Profile

Based in labs in London, we are seeking an ambitious and talented laboratory technician to aid in all aspects of Thermulon’s in-lab process and product development. You will work closely with Thermulon’s technical team (Chemists & Engineers) on the development, optimisation and improvement of aerogel process chemistry and aerogel products, as well as working on product analysis, data collection and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Aiding chemists and engineers in the development of Thermulon’s aerogel including:

• Reagent and stock solution preparation

• Equipment setup, calibration and maintenance

• Perform benchtop reactions

• Operating analytical equipment for silica aerogel and silica aerogel products (thermal, mechanical and structural characterisation)

• Data collection, analysis and reporting

• Continuous improvement of lab practices, experimentation & health and safety

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science or equivalent experience – required

Skills

We welcome applicants that don’t necessarily tick all the boxes. If you feel that you tick most of them and are motivated and willing to learn the rest, we encourage you to apply.

Technical Requirements

• Experience working in-lab on wet chemical processes / reactions – required

• Experience working with benchtop chemical reactors systems – beneficial

• Knowledge of silica-based chemistry – beneficial

Personal Requirements

• Commitment to lab health & safety

• Problem solving skills

• Attention to detail

• Looking to grow with the company through its rapid expansion

• Quick to learn, pick up and critically evaluate information

• Ability to keep accurate and diligent records

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently and prioritise own task

Diversity and Inclusion statement

We are especially keen to encourage applications and interest from individuals underrepresented in the deep tech and climate space. Climate change and climate justice is both a social and inclusion issue. We especially welcome applicants with experience across all equality and inclusion challenges and are keen for applicants who may have different experiences to those exactly specified in the application.

Wellbeing

• 30 days holiday for everyone

• Flexible working outside of core hours, based on workload and team agreements

• Private Medical insurance for you and your dependents (Medical, Dental, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Alternative treatments and Travel Insurance)

• Health/wellbeing allowance £600 per year to spend on activities which lead to better physical / mental health (it may be the gym, it may be a spa day, it may be a membership to headspace or some sessions with a therapist, you know you best)

• Ride to work scheme – Obtain a new bicycle and equipment through salary sacrifice, with government assistance contributing tax benefits to support the payment.

Life Events (those who have passed probation can choose one of the below each calendar year)

• Enhanced Ethically invested pension – increase the company contribution by 1%, or

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave – up to 12 months enhanced (Mat: 6months 100% and 6 months 50% Pat: 2 months 100%, 1 month 50%), Policy available for those with a minimum of 2 years’ service, or

• Life event support £1000 – whether it’s a wedding, buying a house, something big and important to you we will help