Get to Know Climeworks
Climeworks is a leading provider of high-quality carbon removal solutions, combining decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology with a comprehensive approach to carbon management.
We assist companies in developing effective carbon removal strategies and provide customized portfolios of both nature-based and engineered solutions, delivering end-to-end services to help achieve net-zero goals. Climeworks operates the world's first two DAC plants in Iceland, reflecting our unwavering commitment to high-quality carbon removal, supported by over 15 years of innovative research, development, and deployment.
By advancing the most reliable solutions available, Climeworks drives the global transition to net zero, unlocking economic value for businesses, governments, and society.
We cultivate a dynamic environment and are building a globally purpose-driven team. We are looking for disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers, and inspiring leaders ready to take on the world’s greatest challenge.
Your Mission
Job Description
- Adsorption Expertise: Join a team of leading adsorption specialists, advancing our understanding of adsorption phenomena critical to the performance of our DAC process.
- Adsorption Experimental Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret experimental data, extract meaningful insights, and support fellow scientists in applying adsorption principles to their evaluations.
- Adsorption Process Development: Serve as a vital connection between sorbent development and process design engineering. With a comprehensive understanding of overall technology and system behavior, contribute to enhancing, maturing, and de-risking our DAC process. Gather, evaluate, and synthesize available tools and datasets, both experimental and modeling, to address core technical questions driving process development. Additionally, strengthen Climeworks’ intellectual property position and assist with competitive landscape assessments.
Your Story
Requirements
- Chemical, Mechanical or Process Engineering Background: An academic background in chemical engineering, ideally with a PhD focusing on adsorption.
- Execution Mindset & Tools: A pragmatic, observant, and curious approach to getting things done, along with proficiency in modern data analysis tools and processes.
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to clearly convey complex scientific and engineering concepts to diverse audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge.
- Language Skills & Travel: Proficiency in English and willingness to travel occasionally.
What We Offer
- Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days each year, plus public holidays.
- Flexibility: Work in a way that suits you best. We provide a hybrid work setup and up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
- Ownership: Competitive base pay complemented by an equity package – because your contributions matter.
- Family Support: Inclusive parental leave to support your family needs.
- Continuous Learning: A dedicated budget for professional growth and development.
- Referral Rewards: Help us expand our team and earn bonuses for successful referrals.
Salary: Climeworks assigns salary ranges based on job level and the local market median for similar roles according to external benchmark surveys. Individual compensation varies based on skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team.
Apply Online
We invite you to apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered. This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, and we require you to work onsite at least three days a week. The percentage in the job title indicates flexibility, allowing you to choose between full-time or part-time work as it suits you.
We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.