Laboratory Assistant

Designation: Lab Technician

Organization: Mati Carbon India Private Limited (https://www.mati.earth/)

Location: Bangalore

Job type: Full time (Laboratory-based)

About Us:

Mati Carbon India Private Limited is pioneering carbon removal solutions through Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) technology. Mati Carbon offers an innovative technology to scale gigaton carbon removal that holds the potential to build climate resilience and economic empowerment for more than 100 million smallholder farmers in the developing economies worldwide

Job Role:

Job Role & Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive soil analyses using established laboratory protocols, including but not limited to:

• Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC)
• Soil pH and Buffer pH
• Alkalinity
• Electrical Conductivity (EC)
• Base Saturation
• Soil Moisture Content
• Particle Size Distribution
• Bulk Density
• Other relevant soil physical, chemical, and geochemical parameters

Prepare, process, and analyze soil samples on a routine basis, ensuring accuracy, precision, and reproducibility of results

• Document, interpret, and report analytical results in a clear and structured manner for internal review, research reporting, and external stakeholders

Provide technical support for Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) research, including:

• Field-based experimental trials
• Laboratory-scale studies and method development

Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control (QC) requirements

• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards, data integrity protocols, and internal quality assurance systems
• Collaborate closely with the Research & Development (R&D) team to support:
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Preparation of technical reports, research documentation, and publications

Requirements:

• BSc/MSc in Chemistry/Soil Science or BTech Chemical Engineering or other related degree
• Basic understanding of soil science or willingness to learn
• Laboratory skills and attention to detail
• Good data recording and analysis skills
• Strong team spirit, communication skills, and ability to work in a dynamic research environment

Interested candidates are encouraged to share the updated CV at robin.m@maticarbon.com