Research Scientist/Engineer

About the Role

NIVERA is hiring a Research Scientist/Engineer to join as one of our first technical team hires.

There will be two main technical focus areas in this role: (1) developing and optimizing coating formulations while

investigating how environmental conditions affect their performance, and (2) contributing to assembling a spray-

coating system and optimizing process parameters for applying the coating to the fresh produce.

You will have significant ownership and a direct hand in building NIVERA’s early lab and R&D capabilities. This

is an on-site role at our lab in the Greentown Labs location in Houston, TX.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a proactive, collaborative, curious, and detail-oriented individual who learns quickly, takes

initiative, and brings new ideas to the table. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys experimental work,

troubleshooting, and solving open-ended technical challenges.

Preferred Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical

engineering, food science, or a related technical field.

• Hands-on research or lab experience, especially with soft materials, food chemistry, coatings, packaging, or

polymers.

• Familiar with materials formulation and developing spray-coating systems

• Track record of designing and running experiments independently and owning the results.

Preferred General Qualifications

• US citizen or permanent resident.

• Independent and proactive - takes initiative.

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Careful attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.

• Eager to learn new techniques and work across disciplines.

• Willing to help run a small lab, including ordering, inventory, equipment, safety, and waste.

• Comfortable in an early-stage startup where priorities shift and processes are still being built.

Compensation

• Salaried ~$79,000–$125,000 annualized, based on degree level and relevant industry experience

• Meaningful founding-team equity, vesting over four years with a one-year cliff

To Apply

Send to [email protected]:

(1) Your resume.

(2) A one-page cover letter describing your background, relevant technical experience, and why you’re interested in

NIVERA.

(3 - Optional) A 60-second video of you talking about a technical project. Tell us what you were trying to

accomplish, what made it interesting, how you navigated the challenges, and what exciting results you achieved.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NIVERA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.