Lab Manager – Analytical Laboratory (Hydrometallurgy)

Location: Kingston,ON

Environment: 5-days in office,onsite

Salary: 80K to 130K

Reports to: Director, R&D

Cyclic Materials is a rapidly growing cleantech company, building a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials essential to the clean energy transition. The company's proprietary MagCycle℠ and REEPure℠ processes transform end-of-life products into valuable raw materials used in EVs, wind turbines, and electronics. With its successful commercial demonstration, Cyclic Materials is rapidly scaling commercially across North America, Europe and Asia.

Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Toronto, Cyclic Materials has scaled rapidly with plants established in Ontario and Arizona, as well as an expansion by building a campus in South Carolina. Cyclic Materials recently announced a Series C of $75 Million led by T. Rowe Price, in addition to backing by global leaders including Microsoft, Amazon, Hitachi Ventures, BMW i Ventures, Jaguar Land Rover's lnMotion fund, Energy Impact Partners, ArcTern Ventures, Fifth Wall and more. The company has forged strategic commercial partnerships with key industry leaders such as Solvay, Vattenfall, Lime, and VACUUMSCHMELZE to recycle magnets containing REEs and bring a circular and resilient rare earth supply chain to scale. We are proudly named as one of Top 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch by MIT Tech Review in 2025. Learn more about Cyclic Materials cyclicmaterials.earth.

Cyclic Materials is looking to add curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to our growing team. Come join us and help build a global cleantech leader together!

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Lab Manager to join our hydrometallurgical analytical laboratory. The role is hybrid combining laboratory management with hands-on analytical chemistry work. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a team of lab analysts, ensuring data quality and integrity, and preparing reports. The role is responsible for maintaining equipment and managing lab supplies to ensure ongoing support for the commercial plant and R&D functions. This position requires a strong understanding of analytical chemistry, metallurgy, and laboratory techniques, as well as an ability to analyze and interpret complex data to contribute to successful operations. This role is ideal for a highly technical and experienced candidate who can balance leadership responsibilities with active bench-level contributions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor analytical chemists and lab technicians.
• Oversee daily lab operations, workflow scheduling, trouble shooting, and resource planning to support plant operations and R&D.
• Establish and maintain SOPs, QA/QC protocols, safety procedures, and training materials.
• Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies, standards, and consumables.

• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments such as pH meters, spectrometers, atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), inductively coupled plasma (ICP), Carbon sulfur (CS), XRF, TGA, particle size analyzer, and filtration systems.

• Generate technical reports, summarize findings, and provide recommendations for analytical process improvements to internal teams.
• Assist with validation and MDL studies.

• Stay up to date with industry advancements and emerging technologies in analytical chemistry for operations requirements.

• Performs other duties as assigned. Candidates must be able to work day and night shifts if required

Qualifications

• Sc. or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Candidates must have experience with managing a LIMS and a solid understanding of ISO 17025 and GLP practices
• 10+ years in analytical chemistry, including significant hands-on experience with metals and complex aqueous systems (e.g. REEs, transition metals, impurities) is a major asset.
• At least 5 years in a lead, supervisory, or managerial role.
• Excellent data analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex experimental results.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to prepare technical reports and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials

• At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
• We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
• We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions

The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email HumanResources@cyclicmaterials.earth.

Applicants for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.