Membrane Co-op

MEMBRANE CO-OP

Company: Osmoses Inc.

Position: Membrane Co-op

Location: (In person 5 days/wk) The Engine 750 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

Duration: Summer/ Fall 2026

About Osmoses 

Osmoses Inc. is a membrane technology company revolutionizing the way industrial separations are performed today! Industrial separation processes account for 15% of the world’s energy consumption and are responsible for 16% of CO₂ emissions because we rely on energy-intensive technology. Changing this paradigm is one of the biggest opportunities to enable the energy transition.

Our mission is to re-design the backbone of the energy and chemical industry to make it more competitive and unlock new ways to produce and purify essential molecules. We bring together a dynamic group of scientists, engineers, business professionals, and operators from all over the world to develop and commercialize cutting-edge solutions that can reduce the impact of gas separations on the environment while increasing the economic incentive for our customers. 

Join us! Together, we can create a future where cleaner, more abundant, and reliable energy is available to everyone, and more sustainable industrial processes become the norm. 

Position Overview 

Osmoses is seeking a highly motivated Membrane Co-op to join its Membrane team. In this position, you will work closely with all members of the team, who hold a wide range of expertise and experience. This is a laboratory position focused on membrane fabrication and testing. You will collaborate with the team to develop novel materials, optimize the membrane fabrication process, and characterize membranes using permeation and other analytical tests. Successful candidates will be highly driven and comfortable with a great degree of independence, and hold an interest in prototyping and testing.

What you’ll be doing 

• Work with our membrane scientists and engineers to develop method for the fabrication of membranes.

• Characterize the transport properties of membranes using  gas permeation systems.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of chemists, chemical engineers, and material scientists to convert novel polymers into membranes and membrane into gas separation modules.

• Maintain detailed laboratory records and contribute to regular reports.

What we’re looking for 

• Student in chemical engineering, material science or related fields with hands-on laboratory experience.

• Coursework in polymer science, chemical separations, and transport phenomena is a plus.

• Self-starter and ability to work in a creative, sometimes ambiguous, and fast-paced environment.

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

What we can offer you 

• Opportunity to contribute to addressing one of the biggest environmental challenges of this century.

• Work in the heart of the most innovative square mile in the world and the most exciting hub for clean tech.

• Great potential for hands-on professional growth and independence joining a company with strong momentum. 

• Chance to connect with leaders in the energy and clean technology fields.

• Excellent mentorship and career development opportunity.

Our commitment

You belong at Osmoses!

Osmoses is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

If you're excited about making a positive impact on the environment and being part of an innovative team, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and let's shape a greener future together!