Senior Laboratory Technician

Location: Padua, Italy

About Us – Circular Materials

Circular Materials is an innovative clean-tech company focused on the recovery and valorization of strategic metals and critical raw materials from industrial effluents.

The company has developed and patented a proprietary technological platform for Supercritical Water Precipitation (SWaP™), capable of achieving recovery rates exceeding 99%, reducing toxic waste production, and minimizing environmental impact compared to traditional mining processes.

In March 2025, Circular Materials was selected by the European Commission as a Strategic Project under the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA)—one of only a few projects chosen in Italy and across Europe. This recognition highlights our key role in strengthening the resilience of supply chains and developing a sustainable alternative to primary extraction.

Through applied research, industrial validation, process development and technological scale-up, we combine chemical, engineering and operational expertise to transform complex industrial streams into new resources.

To strengthen our technical team, we are looking for a: Senior Laboratory Technician

The Role

The selected candidate will join the Laboratory and Process Development team, contributing to analytical, experimental and operational activities supporting the development and optimisation of Circular Materials’ proprietary processes.

The person will work closely with the Operations, R&D and Engineering teams, supporting both laboratory activities and process monitoring and validation activities on pilot and industrial plants.

We are looking for someone with solid analytical skills, operational autonomy and strong attention to data quality, capable of working in a dynamic environment focused on industrial innovation.

Main Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for:

performing chemical analyses and laboratory experimental activities;
developing, validating and optimising analytical methods;
preparing samples, standards, reagents and materials for experimental tests;
carrying out analytical process controls and characterisation of industrial matrices;
using and managing advanced analytical instrumentation;
collecting, processing and interpreting experimental data;
contributing to the development and optimisation of industrial processes;
supporting test campaigns on pilot and industrial plants;
ensuring the correct maintenance and functionality of laboratory equipment;
contributing to laboratory management in compliance with quality and safety procedures;
preparing technical reports and supporting documentation for research and development activities.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a professional with solid experience in chemical analysis laboratories, preferably gained in:

environmental laboratories;
third-party testing laboratories;
chemical companies;
waste, water or industrial matrix treatment plants;
organisations operating in the environmental sector.

Technical Requirements

Experience in the operational management of laboratory activities.
Ability to develop, optimise and validate analytical methods.
Experience in using analytical instrumentation such as:
- ICP-OES;
- Ion Chromatography;
- UV-Vis Spectrophotometry;
- other laboratory analytical instruments.
Knowledge of quality procedures and good laboratory practices.
Ability to analyse, interpret and manage experimental data.
Good knowledge of safety regulations applicable to laboratory environments.

Personal Skills

Accuracy and reliability.
Organisational autonomy.
Methodical and quality-oriented approach.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
Interest in technological innovation and industrial processes.

Preferred Requirements

Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry or related disciplines, preferably with an analytical focus.
Experience in regulated and certified environments.
Knowledge of industrial chemical processes.
Experience in the characterisation of environmental and industrial matrices.
Familiarity with applied research, scale-up and process development activities.

What We Offer

The opportunity to join an innovative and fast-growing company.
Direct involvement in the development of proprietary technologies for the circular economy.
Participation in high-tech industrial projects.
A multidisciplinary, dynamic and innovation-oriented technical environment.
Concrete opportunities for professional growth and skills development.

Compensation & Classification

Workplace: Cadoneghe (PD)
Contract: Italian National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria).
Salary (RAL): indicative range of €35,000 – €40,000.
Benefits: Meal vouchers and supplementary health insurance.

CIRCULAR MATERIALS promotes an inclusive work environment and values diversity.

This search is open to candidates of all genders, in compliance with Italian Laws 903/77 and 125/91, and is also open to people belonging to protected categories pursuant to Italian Law 68/99.

Applications are assessed exclusively on the basis of skills, experience and professional potential.

Don’t miss this opportunity: join Circular Materials and become part of our commitment towards a more circular world!