Technician Jobs

Employer Description

The Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) is a cross-campus technology-translation entity at the

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). ICM translates pioneering carbon management solutions

from the (laboratory) bench-scale to pre-commercial/commercial-scale devices, prototypes, and

(software) solutions. ICM's activities span two major focus areas:

(1) Technologies for carbon dioxide removal (from the atmosphere), utilization, and avoidance, and

(2) Technologies for creating new supply chains, and processing approaches for critical materials and

elements (e.g., Li, Ni, Co, Mn, Mo) that are foundational to accelerating the clean energy transition, as

well as reducing the carbon footprint of extractive processes.

ICM is organized into action teams that are convergent, agile, and world-class. Prominently, these action

teams have enabled ICM-born technologies to be awarded the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, and the 2021

Liveability Challenge, among others. ICM's technologies are now being commercialized via spin-out

companies including CarbonBuilt Inc., Concrete-AI Inc., and Equatic Inc.

Role Description

ICM is seeking a technician to join its latest cutting-edge action team with the potential for carbon

removal at a global scale. This position will assist a team of dedicated individuals in performing lab-scale

experiments focusing on electrolytic cell and electrode testing. The ideal candidate is autonomous,

meticulous, and has a strong knowledge in lab practice.

Responsibilities

 Conduct experiments to evaluate performances (durability, overpotential, faraday efficiency,

etc.) of electrolytic cells and electrode catalysts.

 Conduct reproducibility assessment tests.

 Perform post-experiment analysis (solution analysis, solid analysis)

 Identify and effectively communicate barriers and bottlenecks to progress

Required Qualifications

 B.S., or higher degree in Electrochemistry, chemistry, materials science, or similar field

 Strong lab experience (lab practice and safety)

 Strong analytical background

 A self-starter who collaborates effectively, communicates clearly, and drives progress

Beneficial Assets

 Knowledge in testing electrochemical assemblies and catalyst.

 Traceable records of accomplishments, publications, or patents.

 Passionate about carbon management solutions.

EEO disclosure

The University of California undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for

minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans. University policy is

intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding

the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the UCLA Staff Diversity and

AA/EEO Compliance Office (310) 794-0691 or email at [email protected].