Job Description

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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