Research Associate - Analytical Chemistry
Centrillion Technologies, Inc.
Summary
Centrillion Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate - Analytical Chemistry to join our chemistry team.
Job description
Job Description
Centrillion Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate - Analytical Chemistry to join our chemistry team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct supervised chemistry & materials research experiments for manufacturing process development
- Evaluate performance of components and systems
- Documentation of experimental work; analysis of data; documenting and presenting results
- Preparation of written methods and SOPs
- Calibrating and maintaining analytical instruments, process tools & systems
- Procurement of components, materials, reagents
- Support R&D and Manufacturing Pilot and QC operations
Skills / Requirements
- BS or MS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
- 2+ years industry experience in Chemistry R&D a plus
- Knowledge & hands-on experience in Organic, Polymer & Analytical Chemistry
- Proficient in the use of instrumentation for chemical and spectroscopic analysis, such as HPLC, MS, NMR, FTIR, UV, Fluorescence, etc.
- Experience with automated DNA or Peptide synthesis is a plus
- Knowledge and experience in Microfabrication Technologies desirable
The selected candidate should be a self-motivated, driven, thorough and careful experimentalist with the ability to multitask, think independently and will be expected to work independently as a demonstrated problem solver. Effective communication and presentation skills are required.
Requirements
- BS or MS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
- Knowledge & hands-on experience in Organic, Polymer & Analytical Chemistry
- Proficient in the use of instrumentation for chemical and spectroscopic analysis, such as HPLC, MS, NMR, FTIR, UV, Fluorescence, etc.
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Self-motivated, thorough and careful experimentalist
- Ability to multitask and think independently
- Demonstrated problem solver
- Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a permanent basis
Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- Equity Grants
- Financial Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Wellness Benefits
Company overview
Centrillion Technologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in advanced DNA chip technology and genomic analysis solutions. The company's mission is to empower researchers, physicians, and consumers with responsible and cost-effective access to genomic information to advance personalized healthcare, molecular diagnostics, and individualized wellness management. Centrillion develops innovative DNA chips capable of mapping biological molecules at sub-cellular levels in tissues, with applications ranging from rapid multiplex pathogen detection and whole genome viral sequencing to human genotyping and spatial transcriptomics. The company operates a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory offering diagnostic services including SARS-CoV-2 detection, influenza testing, and variant tracking. With a team of experienced professionals who previously worked at Affymetrix, Centrillion leverages its extensive intellectual property portfolio and manufacturing capabilities in the US, Mainland China, and Taiwan to provide high-quality genomic services to both academic and industrial customers.