Research Associate - Carbon Analyst

EarthOptics is seeking a Research Associate - Carbon Analyst to enhance sustainable agriculture through advanced soil analysis. The role involves using sensor technologies and machine learning to create soil maps, collaborating with teams, managing soil sample data, and ensuring the operation of elemental analyzers. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in physical sciences and experience in elemental analysis. The position is full-time and offers various benefits.
About the position

The Research Associate - Carbon Analyst at EarthOptics plays a crucial role in revolutionizing sustainable agriculture through advanced soil analysis techniques. This position involves working with proprietary sensor technologies and machine learning to create accurate soil maps, ultimately aiding farmers and ranchers in increasing their yields sustainably. The role requires collaboration with various teams to ensure the continuous operation of elemental analyzers and the management of soil sample data, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing soil health and sustainability in agriculture.

Responsibilities
• Become an expert carbon analyst using various analytical techniques.
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• Coordinate with teams to maintain continuous operation of elemental analyzers.
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• Optimize elemental analysis methods to maximize throughput while retaining quality.
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• Train and supervise seasonal workforce during peak production periods.
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• Manage and curate a physical and digital Soil Library, organizing soil-related data and samples.
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• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of soil databases by regularly updating and validating data.
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• Serve as the primary point of contact for receiving and tracking soil samples.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in physical sciences either completed or in-process.
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• 1 year of hands-on experience with elemental analysis.
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• Experience in laboratory robotics.
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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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• Valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves
• Prior experience working in a scaling startup environment.

Benefits
• Stock options
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• Health savings account
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• Health insurance
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• Dental insurance
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• 401(k)
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• Paid time off
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• Parental leave
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• Employee assistance program
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• Vision insurance
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• 401(k) matching
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• Employee discount
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• Professional development assistance