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Working at Enspired Solutions means collaborating with other bright minds to innovate and commercialize solutions to destroy PFAS and improve the environment, water quality, and quality of life for all. Our company and our people are committed to sustainability, protecting the environment, and supporting a diversity of people in science, technology, and engineering careers. If you are passionate about expressing your entrepreneurial spirit, doing your best work, and contributing to the success of a diverse and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.

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Business Development and Marketing Professional

Enspired Solutions - Lansing, MI - Full Time

Would you like to be part of a team that is commercializing an innovative new way to improve the environment, water quality, and quality of life for all?
 
Enspired Solutions seeks a driven and dynamic Business Development and Marketing Professional to join our team at our Lansing, Michigan headquarters.   
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development and marketing, with a passion for environmental solutions. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, driving revenue growth, and expanding our market presence. 
 
About Enspired Solutions
 
Enspired Solutions is a women-owned startup established to tackle one of the most pressing environmental issues worldwide. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals that have been widely used for more than 60 years to make firefighting foams, coatings, and lubricants. PFAS are known to be toxic and, due to their high stability in natural environments, they are also called “forever chemicals.” 
Enspired Solutions is commercializing a USEPA-award-winning, patented chemical technology to permanently destroy PFAS in water and return them to non-toxic molecular components without the need for off-site disposal. 
We call our UV-based water treatment reactor the PFASigator™ and foresee that it will become an in-demand water treatment technology.  Our startup company is set to expand rapidly and we need a highly skilled, self-motivated Lab Manager to join our diverse team and help us meet our customer’s PFAS destruction needs.
 
Responsibilities
 
Business Development: 
  • Research: Conduct market research to identify target markets, trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape. Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Sales: Engage with potential clients to identify needs and provide key information, lead initial conversations, qualify leads, and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry influencers. Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement sales strategies.
  • Presentations: Develop and deliver presentations that promote the capabilities and benefits of our technology.
  • CRM: Track opportunity development and communications in Hubspot.
  • Agreements: Prepare and present business proposals, contracts, and agreements.
  • Representatives: Interface with manufacturer’s representatives.
Marketing: 
  • Tradeshow Attendance: Represent the company and our technology.
  • Marketing: Draft outreach plans, contribute to campaigns and strategies, create content, manage subcontractors, and help optimize visibility and engagement.
  • Digital Media Management: Develop and share digital content (website, social media, email marketing to build brand awareness and communicate our mission effectively.
  • Prospect Interaction: Serve as the first point of contact for potential clients and partner with manufacturers and technical experts to promote and sell our product(s).
  • Analysis: Analyze marketing performance metrics and recommend strategy adjustments, as needed.
 
Qualifications
 
The ideal candidate will have a B.A., M.A., or MBA in business, marketing, communications or a related field, and:
  • Previous experience in sales, marketing, or client service, ideally supporting digital channels and content.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers and effectively communicate.
  • Comfortable with representing the company at professional trade shows, including travel (approx. 25%).
  • Ability to work collaboratively with scientists, engineers, and business professionals.
  • Excited about the opportunity to thrive in a small company/startup culture, requiring continual growth, innovation, high energy, and dynamic priorities.
  • Recognize and support the value of diversity in persons, ideas, and communication styles.
Enspired Solution's office and lab are in Lansing, Michigan.  This job is a combination of in-office work, work-flex schedule (time and place), and travel (approx. 25%).  Travel includes paid housing, meals and transportation.
 
Benefits

Enspired Solutions staff are offered paid time off, paid holidays, healthcare, life insurance, new-parent leave, work-flex program, MSU Research Foundation affiliate benefits, and a chance to be a part of groundbreaking research and innovation.
Qualified applicants are welcome and will be considered regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. APPLY NOW
 
 
 

Laboratory Leader

Enspired Solutions - Lansing, MI - Full Time

Would you like to be part of a team that is commercializing an innovative way to improve the environment, water quality, and quality of life for all? 
Enspired Solutions seeks a PhD-level, experienced, and highly motivated Lab Leader at our Lansing Michigan headquarters to oversee the daily operations of our wet chemistry laboratory. 
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading lab personnel, maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, coordinating research activities, and contributing to high-level scientific research.

 

About Enspired Solutions

Enspired Solutions is a women-owned startup established to tackle one of the most pressing environmental issues worldwide. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals that have been widely used for more than 60 years to make firefighting foams, coatings, and lubricants. PFAS are known to be toxic and, due to their high stability in natural environments, they are also called “forever chemicals.” Enspired Solutions is commercializing a USEPA-award-winning, patented chemical technology to permanently destroy PFAS in water and return them to non-toxic molecular components without the need for off-site disposal. We call our UV-based water treatment reactor the PFASigator™ and foresee that it will become an in-demand water treatment technology.  Our startup company is set to expand rapidly and we need a highly skilled, self-motivated Lab leader to join our diverse team and help us meet our customer’s PFAS destruction needs.

 
Responsibilities:
 
  • Design, coordinate, and manage complex treatability studies for customers, ensuring timely and accurate completion of experiments
  • Lead and manage day-to-day lab operations, including directing lab personnel, safety, waste disposal, and ensuring efficient workflow
  • Develop, enforce, and optimize standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory protocols
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and proper handling of all materials, including hazardous waste
  • Train and mentor lab staff and junior researchers on best practices and safety procedures
  • Manage laboratory budget and inventory
  • Maintain and calibrate wet chemistry laboratory equipment and instruments. All PFAS analysis is conducted by certified third-party labs
  • Prepare, review, and present tables and figures on lab findings, including drafting technical reports
  • Transition bench-scale findings to commercial-scale equipment
  • Supporting off-site projects
  • Collaborate with senior researchers to design, and conduct experiments in support of research and development as needed
 
Qualifications 
 
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental engineering, or a related field and:
 
  • Relevant work experience in PFAS chemistry or advanced chemistry and related analytical techniques, with the skills necessary to manage a lab successfully
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy, meticulous record keeping, and safety
  • Experience with PFAS, photochemistry, and water contaminant treatment are each a plus
  • In-depth understanding of laboratory safety protocols and regulations 
  • Experience interpreting third-party analytical data
  • Ability to independently identify lab and chemistry problems and apply creative solutions
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate and effectively collaborate with colleagues and customers including scientists, engineers and business professionals
  • Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in the fast-paced environment of a small startup company with dynamic priorities 
  • Ability to recognize and support the value of diversity in persons, ideas, and communication styles
Enspired’s office and lab are in Lansing, Michigan.  This job is for on-site work in the office and lab. Travel to field testing sites is possible for durations of up to two weeks at a time, but not expected to be significant for this position (10-15%). Travel includes paid housing, meals and transportation.
 
Benefits
 
Enspired Solutions staff are offered paid time off, paid holidays, healthcare, life insurance, new-parent leave, work-flex program, MSU Research Foundation affiliate benefits, and a chance to be a part of groundbreaking research and innovation. This position will also be eligible for equity.
 
Qualified applicants are welcome and will be considered regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. APPLY NOW