About Us: Alder Renewables is a fast-growing clean fuels startup focused on producing refinery-ready biocrude from sustainable biomass. Backed by leading investors and strategic industry partners, Alder is in an execution-focused scale-up phase, offering employees hands-on exposure to real-world scale-up, fuels testing, pilot-scale operations, and technology commercialization.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support laboratory testing in our R&D facility. This hands-on role will assist with experimental setup, sample preparation, and data collection to advance our proprietary technology from lab validation toward commercial readiness. The ideal candidate brings a positive, solutions-oriented mindset, strong organizational skills, and the ability to follow detailed experimental procedures in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role provides exposure to pilot-scale systems, cross-functional engineering teams, and the scale-up challenges associated with commercial clean fuel deployment.
Key Responsibilities:
· Support laboratory operations involving biomass-derived liquids, fuels, and process intermediates.
· Assist in data collection through lab experiments and chemical analyses.
· Help manage and maintain research databases and records.
· Conduct literature reviews and gather information from various sources.
· Support the interpretation of data and identification of trends.
· Help draft research reports, summaries, and briefs.
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as engineering or chemistry.
· Strong analytical skills.
· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Previous laboratory or research experience is strongly preferred.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for two professional references to: hiring@alderrenewables.com
Our values:
Our work is driven by a set of core values that guide us in everything we do:
1. Push the boundaries of the possible: We're not afraid to innovate and challenge the status quo, seeking groundbreaking solutions to complex problems.
2. Sustainability by design: We prioritize sustainability in all aspects of our work, from product development to daily operations.
3. Operate with humility: We approach our work with a humble attitude, recognizing that there's always more to learn and room for improvement.
4. Collaborate with empathy & respect: Collaboration is key to our success. We treat each other and our partners with empathy and respect, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
5. Data-driven decision making: We rely on data and evidence to make informed decisions, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our processes.
Location:
Alder Renewables
1450 Infinite Drive, Ste 115
Louisville, CO 80027
Job Type: Full-time, hourly position for 40 hours per week.
Compensation: Range of $20 to $30 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
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