Chemist

Triplet Imaging; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

A cutting-edge imaging startup in San Francisco is seeking a part-time chemist to improve fluorescence excitation methods. The position involves collaboration with physicists and engineers, conducting literature reviews to identify promising molecules, and advising on chemical synthesis. Candidates should have over 4 years of research experience, particularly in photochemistry and spectroscopy. This role may transition to full-time, emphasizing growth in life sciences research with a salary range of $40.00–$80.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of chemistry research experience (academic or industry)
• Expertise in photochemistry, spectroscopy, chemical synthesis

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with our team of physicists and optical engineers
• Conducting literature reviews to identify candidate molecules
• Advising on chemical synthesis approaches
• Interpreting basic microscopy/spectroscopy data

Skills

Chemistry research

Photochemistry

Spectroscopy

Chemical synthesis

Job description

About the Company

Triplet Imaging is an early‑stage startup developing novel non‑linear fluorescence excitation methods by harnessing triplet states. We aim to develop dramatically more efficient and lower cost non‑linear fluorescence imaging that can drive progress in life sciences research.

Job Overview

We’re looking for a chemist on a part‑time contract (remote or hybrid in‑person) to help us identify promising molecules that improve our fluorescence excitation method, e.g., high rates of intersystem crossing. This position may later convert to full‑time.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with our team of physicists and optical engineers
• Conducting literature reviews and applying your prior knowledge to identify candidate molecules for our fluorescence imaging technology
• Serving as a point of contact with contract research organizations and advising on chemical synthesis approaches
• Interpreting basic microscopy/spectroscopy data from our experiments

Qualifications

• 4+ years of chemistry research experience (academic or industry)
• Expertise in photochemistry, spectroscopy, chemical synthesis

Job Details

Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $40.00–$80.00 per hour
Employment type: Contract (part‑time, may convert to full‑time)
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior