Scientist Nucleic Acid Chemistry
Apply NowCompany: Centrillion Biosciences, Inc.
Location: Palo Alto, CA 94303
Description:
Company Description
Centrillion is creating transformative genomic technologies leveraging engineering and biochemistry breakthroughs to accelerate discovery and reveal the real genome that has thus far been obscured by its complexity and the limitations of existing technologies. Our team of scientists and engineers is committed to making a new generation of genomic technologies accessible and affordable for a multitude of previously unapproachable apps. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and is located at Palo Alto, CA, at the innovation center of Silicon Valley and close to Stanford University.
Job Description
Centrillion is seeking a creative, energetic, and resourceful organic chemist to join a multidisciplinary research team developing new technologies for nucleic acid sequence analysis.
Qualifications
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Centrillion is creating transformative genomic technologies leveraging engineering and biochemistry breakthroughs to accelerate discovery and reveal the real genome that has thus far been obscured by its complexity and the limitations of existing technologies. Our team of scientists and engineers is committed to making a new generation of genomic technologies accessible and affordable for a multitude of previously unapproachable apps. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and is located at Palo Alto, CA, at the innovation center of Silicon Valley and close to Stanford University.
Job Description
Centrillion is seeking a creative, energetic, and resourceful organic chemist to join a multidisciplinary research team developing new technologies for nucleic acid sequence analysis.
- Conduct research experiments involving synthesis and analytical characterization of small molecules, nucleotides and oligonucleotides; and analysis of their properties and behavior in various biochemical reactions.
- Modification and characterization of surfaces, including immobilization of biomolecules.
- Bioconjugation chemistry.
- She/he will be required to develop competencies in additional techniques, and apply their practical skills and knowledge to solving a range of technical problems.
- Documentation of experimental work, analysis of data and reporting/presenting results.
- Collaboration with and/or supervision of other technical staff.
Qualifications
- MS/BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering including training and hands-on laboratory experience.
- Proficient in the use of instrumentation for chemical and spectroscopic analysis, such as LC, MS, NMR, FTIR, UV, Fluorescence, etc.
- Working knowledge of polymer and surface chemistry.
- Post-graduate experience in chemical or life sciences or related area is desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute independent and collaborative research projects.
- Hands-on attitude and innovative approach to problem solving.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.