Lead Scientist (Cofounder Track)

This is a remote position.The RoleWe’re looking for aLead Scientistwho can spearhead our R&D efforts across material science, binder chemistry, and performance optimization of natural fiber composites. You’ll work closely with the founding team to drive innovation from lab to market — and help define the scientific DNA of the company.This is not just a job. It’s an invitation to helpbuild a science-first materials companyfrom the ground up — with a path to co-founder equity for the right person.What You’ll Do Lead R&D onbiobased composites, with a focus on straw-based panel products Develop, test, and optimizebinders/resins(formaldehyde-free, bio-based alternatives) Run experiments, design testing protocols, and analyze mechanical, thermal, acoustic properties Own partnerships with labs, research institutes, and testing facilities (BIS, NABL, etc.) Translate research into scalable pilot-line production processes Collaborate with operations and product teams to bring innovations to market Build and lead the science team over time You Might Be a Fit If You Have3–7 yearsexperience inmaterial science / chemical engineering / polymer science, ideally with a PhD or master’s degree Have worked onnatural fiber composites, bio-based binders/resins, or panel products Are comfortable inlab + factory environments— you think in experiments, but build for the real world Want to work in amission-driven startup, with autonomy, responsibility, and impact Are a problem-solver, quick learner, and love getting your hands dirty (literally) Have published research or patents — bonus Why This Role is Special Co-founder track: This is a core team role with significant ownership and upside Impact: Directly contribute to reducing deforestation, carbon emissions, and crop burning Freedom to innovate: Build your own lab, team, and research roadmap Cross-disciplinary collaboration: Work with builders, designers, architects, and sustainability experts Compensation Competitive salary + performance incentives Significantequity with co-founder vesting track Support for conferences, journals, and lab collaborations Work with a passionate team building for people and the planet Originally posted on Himalayas