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 DescriptionCentrillion Biosciences is seeking a creative, energetic, resourceful organic chemist to join a multidisciplinary research team developing new technologies for nucleic acid sequence analysis.
Duties:
- Develop leading-edge technologies for photolithographic patterning of DNA and other biomolecules for advanced applications in genomics & medicine.
- Design and develop improved fabrication chemistries, materials, and processes
- Specify and procure components, materials, reagents and systems.
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers in a cross-functional and multi-disciplinary working team.
- Transfer new technologies from research to development to high volume manufacturing and equipment.
- Calibrate and maintain process tools, instruments & systems, if necessary.
- Provide a technical resource and operational support for troubleshooting manufacturing processes and manufactured product testing.
- Document experimental work; analyze data; report & present results to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Support quality & safety standards & procedures.
- PhD, or MS + 4 Years of experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science Engineering, or related field.
- Proven expertise in organic and polymer chemistry
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor microfabrication technologies and tools, eg.
- o projection photolithography (e.g. ASML);
- o photoresist chemistry and optimization
- Process development and optimization using DOE methodology, Statistical Analysis, Process Control
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Outstanding communication skills (verbal, interpersonal, written)
- Must be a strong team player, detail oriented, and perform well under pressure
- Working familiarity with scientific software for DOE, data visualization, statistical analysis, simulation (e.g. PROLITH), etc.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- PhD in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Materials Science or MS plus 4 years relevant experience
- Proven expertise in organic and polymer chemistry
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor microfabrication technologies and tools (e.g., projection photolithography, ASML)
- Experience with photoresist chemistry and optimization
- Process development and optimization using DOE methodology
- Statistical analysis and process control experience
- Working familiarity with scientific software for DOE, data visualization, statistical analysis, and simulation (e.g., PROLITH)
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills; detail oriented under pressure
- Ability to specify and procure components, calibrate and maintain process tools, and support manufacturing troubleshooting
What We Do
Centrillion Biosciences develops and commercializes genomic and bioinformatic tools and services for personalized medicine, life sciences research, and bioinformatics. The company specializes in the advancement of synthetic biology through the creation of next-generation DNA chips and applications, including SARS-CoV-2 detection, variant tracking, and whole genome genotyping.
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