Chemistry Research Technician: Nanoparticle Synthesis

Zymo Research; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

EAP Sessions

401(k) with matching

Referral bonus

Snacks and beverages

Catered lunches on Thursdays

EV charging

Phone stipend

Job summary

Zymo Research invites applications for a Research Technician - Chemistry on a 1-year contract. The role focuses on synthesizing and optimizing magnetic nanoparticles and bead systems, with emphasis on surface modification and characterization using standard analytical techniques.

You will contribute to R&D projects and collaborate across teams. Qualifications include a chemistry/materials background and hands-on lab experience in nanoparticle research, surface chemistry, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Polymer Science or related fields.
• Strong lab experience in synthetic or materials chemistry or nanoparticle research.
• Understanding of colloid science, surface chemistry, and particle interactions.
• Strong problem solving, data analysis, and experimental troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and optimize magnetic nanoparticles and magnetic particle formulations.
• Develop and evaluate particle coating technologies, including silica and polymer-based surface modifications.
• Perform particle functionalization to introduce desired surface properties.
• Characterize particle properties using DLS, zeta potential, FTIR, SEM/TEM, UV-Vis.
• Investigate particle stability, dispersibility, aggregation behavior, and magnetic performance.
• Design experiments to improve synthesis yield, uniformity, and functionality.
• Analyze data, document results, and present findings to the R&D team.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers on product and process development.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Chemistry

Materials science

Nanotechnology

Surface chemistry

Colloid science

Data analysis

Experimental troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry

Materials Science

Chemical Engineering

Nanotechnology

Polymer Science

Related disciplines

Tools

DLS

Zeta potential

FTIR

SEM/TEM

UV-Vis

Job description

Zymo Research invites applications for a Research Technician - Chemistry on a 1-year contract. The role focuses on synthesizing and optimizing magnetic nanoparticles and bead systems, with emphasis on surface modification and characterization using standard analytical techniques.

You will contribute to R&D projects and collaborate across teams. Qualifications include a chemistry/materials background and hands-on lab experience in nanoparticle research, surface chemistry, and data analysis.