Research Associate, Natural Products Chemistry at enveda

Let’s build the future of medicine - together.  Join Enveda as a Research Associate, Natural Products Chemistry in Boulder, CO, and help us transform natural compounds into life-changing medicines. We’re a team driven by curiosity and innovation - are you ready to make a difference? Boulder, CO | Full-Time | $75,000 - $85,000 What Makes Us Enveda Life is smart, and we can learn from it. We’re reinventing drug discovery by harnessing nature’s intelligence. Our platform identifies new medicines four times faster than the industry standard because patients can’t wait. What sets Enveda apart isn’t just what we do - it’s how we do it. Our culture is built on creativity, collaboration, and deep respect for each other. We believe “People Create All Value”, and our success is driven by the extraordinary team turning our mission into reality every day. Our Momentum:   - Unicorn status: Achieved following a $150 million Series D funding round in 2025  - Discovery and innovation: Advanced our first drug candidate to Phase 1 trials in 2024  - Award-winning culture:   Newsweek: Top 100 Global #MostLovedWorkplaces (2025)    Forbes: America’s Best Startup Employers (2024 & 2025)    Newsweek: America’s Greatest Startup Workplaces (2025)   LinkedIn: Top Startups to Watch (2024) These milestones reflect the impact of our team and we’re just getting started, but they’re only possible because of the diverse talent, perspectives, and relentless drive of our team, and people like you. Your Role in Our Mission At Enveda, every role drives impact. As a Research Associate, Natural Products Chemistry, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering hope to patients everywhere. Your expertise in natural products and analytical chemistry will be critical in accelerating our mission to transform natural compounds into medicines because every breakthrough starts with bold questions and brave actions. What You’ll Do • Hands-on execution of analytical chemistry methods, data analysis, targeted isolation and characterization of various types of natural product samples. • Champion on sample handling and analysis of complex extracts, SPE fractions, semi-purified fractions, pure samples for analytical LC runs, mass spectrometry (LC-MS, GC-MS, MS/MS), and NMR data acquisition. • Operate chromatographic instrumentation for method development and isolation of secondary metabolites • Manage lab operations, prepare standards and reagents, and maintain chemical inventories • Communicate results to the team and management, supporting multiple projects in natural products chemistry We’re Looking For • BS/MS in chemistry or related discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience in an industry/CRO/academic research lab setting. • Strong background in separation chemistry, chromatography (HPLC, LC-MS), mass spectrometry (MS, HRMS, MS/MS) and chromatographic method development is required. • Experience in extractions, pre-fractionation, and purification of natural products • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills If you’re passionate about innovation and impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. Our Values: Curiosity | Agency | Journey | Charity | Unity Benefits: 90% Medical, Dental, Vision | 401k Match | Flexible PTO | Adoption Assistance Enveda is protecting Job Seekers: We care deeply about creating a safe, respectful experience for every applicant, so we wanted to share a few guidelines to help you spot anything that doesn’t feel right. --You’ll always meet real Enveda team members through video or in-person conversations before receiving an offer. --All communication from us will come from an @enveda.com or @envedabio.com email address. --We’ll never ask you to purchase equipment, send money, or share sensitive banking details as part of any step in our recruiting process. If something feels off or you’re unsure whether a message is truly from Enveda, please reach out at anytime at [Upgrade to PRO to see contact]. At Enveda, we’re building a place where everyone can do the best work of their life. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in all its forms. Apply now and join a team committed to shaping the future of drug discovery.