# Analytical Chemist at Phoenix Tailings

- Company: Phoenix Tailings
- What the company does: Phoenix Tailings leads rare earth refining in the U.S. to secure the metals our economy and defense need to thrive. Backed by Techstars.
- Company website: https://phoenixtailings.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Rochester, NY
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $70K to $110K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-19
- Apply by: 2026-12-03
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/PhoenixTailings/5fbab04d-3c58-47d3-ba5b-96ac9d227731?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/phoenix-tailings-analytical-chemist/

## About the role

At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
- Hands-on analytical laboratory experience through academic or industrial work, including sample preparation and ICP-OES, XRF, or related instrumental methods
- Knowledge of calibration, reference standards, method consistency, and quality-control checks, with the ability to recognize unreliable or unexpected results
- Strong data accuracy and documentation skills and the ability to communicate chemistry results clearly while handling laboratory chemicals and samples safely

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