Research Scientist (Chemistry, Materials Science)
Calyx is looking for a full-time Research Scientist with a background in chemistry and materials science to join the R&D team. You will be responsible for the design, optimization, and characterization of novel sensor materials with commercialization focus. You must be highly motivated and collaborative to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
As an early member in our fast-growing company, you will have an unique opportunity to shape Calyx’s brand, expand it and market it to the entire world. You’ll be involved in every aspect of our development decision together with our CTO, the development team, and supply partners – an organic but tight-knitted team who shares the same aspiration in growing our business, fast and effective.
As a Research Scientist, your responsibilities include:
-Work closely with a team of scientists to help optimize and develop novel development strategies to drive sensor projects
-Design, develop and execute experiments with chemical and genetic modifications for sensor materials
-Assessment of emerging technologies with an emphasis towards the implementation of new experimental techniques enabling sensor development
-Compile research report and articulate to team members in an organized and efficient fashion
Basic Qualifications:
-PhD degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related discipline with a minimum of 3-years of relevant, hands-on experience
-Strong background in surface chemistry, surfaces/interfaces, organic/inorganic synthesis, surface modification using enzymatic and chemical methods, and analytical characterization
-Ability to think creatively to identify and solve scientific problems
-The ability to manage multiple projects in parallel, to communicate clearly and effectively and build open and collaborative relationships is essential
-Ability to effectively work independently and effectively participate in multi-disciplinary teams
-Ability to independently delve into scientific literature to reinforce hypothesis, and develop well thought out plans with solid scientific understanding
Preferred Qualifications:
-Background in organic chemistry, surface chemistry, optoelectronics, or similar fields
-Minimum 4 years of graduate level research experience in small molecule monomers and polymers
-Experience in synthesizing various macrocycles, metal-organic macrocycles, and chemical purification, as well as the characterizations of such
-Research experience focused on applications in organic optoelectronics – such as OLED/QLED displays
-Preferred experience in sensor development
-Demonstrate ability to drive forward innovation based on scientific discovery
-Multidisciplinary background with a combination of organic chemistry, surface chemistry, and optoelectronics
-Publication topics in the past 4 years relevant to organic chemistry and gas sensing and instrumentation
About Calyx:
Calyx is a next generation air chemical sensing company that uses bio-engineered materials to build sensors that are more sensitive, specific and durable than ever. We believe our new sensing mechanism will bring revolutions to people’s way of life and help create a safer and smarter world. Our top-notch sensors are easy to integrate with other systems and together provides accurate and real-time detection for analysis of air chemicals, especially in Industrial, Energy, Safety, Healthcare, Transportation and FMCG sectors.
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Plastic shield at work stations
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $9,000.00 per month
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Education:
Experience:
- Research: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person