About Tempo Innovations, Inc.

Based in San Diego, California, Tempo develops thermochemical energy storage (TCES) systems designed for energy-intensive industries. The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.

Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.

For more information, visit www.tempoenergy.com.

Job Description

Tempo is seeking a hands-on Materials Process Technician to support materials development, testing, and pilot-scale production for high-temperature energy storage systems. This role is suited for candidates with practical laboratory or manufacturing experience (e.g., pharma, ceramics, refractory, chemical processing, or similar industries) who can operate equipment, execute test plans, and support materials processing activities. This is a high-ownership, execution-focused role. Candidates must demonstrate hands-on capability through a practical skills assessment as part of the hiring process.

Requirements

• 2–5+ years of hands-on experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment 
• Experience working with lab equipment and material processing 
• Ability to follow technical procedures and maintain accurate records 
• Strong attention to detail and reliability 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lab instruments such as TGA, SEM, dilatometer, PSA, pycnometer 
• Experience with powder handling or ceramic processing
• Familiarity with high-temperature furnaces

Job Status and Compensation Range

Temp to Full-Time Hire (30-day temp period with an assessment at the end of the 30 days to evaluate full-time offer)

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $24/hour to $26/hour + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training. 

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits.

Tempo is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

WHY DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

THE ROLE:

As a Manager specializing in Paid Search, you drive growth by orchestrating campaigns that exceed client expectations. Your strategic vision and deep understanding of SEM, bid strategies, and client goals enable you to craft tactical roadmaps, dashboards, and compelling presentations that keep stakeholders informed. You effectively prioritize impactful initiatives for error-free delivery and mentor team members to refine their craft. Contributing to agency thought leadership; you help build a thriving team that delivers outstanding results.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Lead paid search strategy and execution across a portfolio of clients, ensuring performance meets or exceeds efficiency, growth, and budget targets.
• Develop and implement channel-specific optimization and monitoring strategies, leveraging bid management platforms such as SA360 to drive results.
• Own paid search contributions to client roadmaps, testing plans, dashboards, and QBRs/FBRs, ensuring alignment with overall account strategy.
• Quantify, prioritize, and execute initiatives with the greatest potential impact on account performance and client objectives.
• Partner closely with Client Partners to deliver clear, strategic paid search recommendations and support client-facing communications.
• Contribute high-quality paid search content to critical client deliverables, including tactical plans and business reviews, meeting all deadlines and QA standards.
• Ensure all paid search work undergoes rigorous QA and is executed accurately, maintaining strong stewardship of client budgets.
• Coach and mentor team members by supporting onboarding, providing account-level context, and developing both technical and strategic paid search capabilities.
  
  

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on paid search experience across Google Ads, Bing Ads, and analytics platforms.
• Advanced understanding of paid search strategy across the funnel, including experience with bid management platforms such as SA360.
• Experience managing campaigns across Google Search, Display, and App campaigns, with a strong grasp of full-funnel activation.
• Proven experience designing and analyzing A/B tests to inform optimization and strategy decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze performance, present insights, and make clear optimization recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with proficiency in Excel for data analysis and performance tracking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to client-facing presentations and strategic narratives.
• Experience mentoring or managing junior team members, supporting skill development, performance growth, and team engagement.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401K plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle, or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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At Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to empower the scientific community with more freedom and flexibility to accelerate our collective impact on humanity. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our surface chemistry team and contribute to the development of innovative new products in the field of next-generation sequencing and multiomics applications. In this role, you will lead technical execution within defined projects, contribute original ideas, and collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to translate research concepts into robust, manufacturable products. This role will report to the Director, Surface Chemistry and will be a San Diego based role.

If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and evaluate novel surface chemistry approaches to enable next-generation sequencing/multiomics applications
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate cell–material interfaces using relevant in vitro models
• Lead defined product development efforts, including experimental design, prototyping, functional testing, and data analysis
• Troubleshoot performance issues related to surface fouling, non-specific binding, or cell compatibility
• Identify and resolve experimental challenges related to assay design, protocol execution, reagent selection, and surface performance
• Support the transfer of surface chemistry solutions from research into product development and manufacturing, in collaboration with process development and operations teams
• Maintain hands-on involvement in laboratory experimentation and troubleshooting throughout the development lifecycle
• Contribute innovative ideas and technical insight to early-stage concept development and feasibility assessments
• Contribute technical expertise to invention disclosures and patent applications in collaboration with the IP legal team and senior technical leadership
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues in product management, assay development, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure alignment and successful execution
• Prepare and deliver high-quality technical reports and presentations that summarize findings, support decision-making, and document development progress

Education and Experience:

• PhD. in chemistry, materials science, biochemistry, bioengineering, physics, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience in surface chemistry, materials science, or biomolecular interfaces in life sciences or diagnostics
• Strong publication and presentation record, with contributions to patents or novel methods
• Deep expertise in surface chemistry, polymer chemistry and biomolecule–surface interactions is required
• Strong understanding of cell biology, especially cell adhesion and extracellular matrix interactions
• Hands-on experience developing functional coatings for cell-based/biological assays in microfluidics or lab-on-chip devices is highly preferred
• Background in NGS, genomics, proteomics or multiomics platforms is preferred
• Familiarity with surface analytical techniques such as AFM, ellipsometry, FTIR, SEM, TOF-SIMS, and XPS are preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing constraints, process transfer or scale-up
• Operate with a high degree of independence in experimental planning, execution, and data interpretation, requiring minimal day-to-day supervision
• Apply strong scientific judgment to extrapolate from existing expertise and address novel or ambiguous technical challenges
• Proactively identify risks, knowledge gaps, and opportunities, and propose data-driven paths forward within defined project scope
• Communicate with clarity and purpose across disciplines, enabling alignment, informed decisions, and efficient collaboration

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 20 pounds
• The position requires physical activity and the handling of chemicals. Candidates are required to follow the safety protocols and be familiar with personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the laboratory environment

Location:

• San Diego – On-Site

Travel: 

• Up to 5% or as needed

Job Type:

• Full-time, Exempt

Base Compensation Pay Range:

• $133,000 - $173,000

In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, discretionary annual bonus, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off. 

Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience. 

We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.