Requirements:
- 5~10 years of developing instrumentation experience in systems incorporated with electrophoresis technologies
- Understands biology
- Understands chemistry
- Hands on experience with data mining of electrophoresis
- Proficient in data interpretation of electrophoresis
- Able to use one of the sequencers ABI, GE, Beckman electrophoresis capillary system
- Able to take the concept of research into product development
- Able to work in a team with engineers, chemists and other senior staffs
- Ph.D degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physical Chemistry is preferred but not required
Job Titles: Senior Research Scientist, Organic Chemist, Chemical Engineer.
Job Functions and Qualifications:
Seeking a pragmatic scientist, an out-of-the-box independent thinker and problem solver who is eager to join a startup team and contribute to product definition and problem solving. This senior research scientist, principal organic chemist, or chemical engineer must be technically solid and highly capable of leading and directing development projects in versatile chemical applications. This individual must have proven and accomplished hands-on experience running, researching, developing, and conducting laboratory experiments, involving Raman Spectroscopy, chemical analysis, sample measurement and preparation, experimental techniques, data analysis…etc. The qualified candidate must have a wide knowledge base in chemistry and a strong technical knowledge in surface chemistry and interactions, to lead our efforts in developing methods and techniques applicable to Food Safety, Chemical, Biochemical, and Petrochemical industries using Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) and other techniques. Individual leadership and effective communication skills coupled with a strong desire to develop new and practical methods for elemental detection applicable in the above multi-billion dollar markets are essential requirements for this position. Demonstrated proficiency with chemical and analytical laboratory equipment, techniques, and instrumentation are critical. Desire to lead directly in a hands-on format, or direct others in technical and experimental efforts whenever needed are essential requirements. This senior technical individual must be highly organized, capable of collecting, documenting, analyzing, and presenting data, ideas, or alternative methods in clear and concise format. Good interpersonal skills, as well as effective verbal and written communication in English are essential, as this position will require regular interactions with other senior staff scientists and customer representatives. Only qualified and motivated individuals with advanced degrees and pertinent minimum experience of 5 years will be considered. Competitive salary and equity is commensurate with qualifications.
