Magnetic Nanoparticle Research Associate

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Referral bonus

Fruit & beverages

Catered lunches on Thursdays

EV charging

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Zymo Research is seeking a Research Associate - Chemistry (1 year contract) to join our R&D team in Tustin, CA. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on developing magnetic particle technologies for life science applications, including synthesis, surface modification, and characterization of magnetic beads.

The candidate should have a strong chemistry or materials background, experience with nanoparticle synthesis, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Polymer Science, or related field.
• Experience in nanoparticle synthesis, colloid science, or surface chemistry.
• Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and 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, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Investigate stability, dispersibility, and magnetic performance of particles.
• 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

Nanoparticle synthesis

Colloid science

Surface chemistry

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry

Materials Science

Chemical Engineering

Nanotechnology

Polymer Science

Job description

Zymo Research is seeking a Research Associate - Chemistry (1 year contract) to join our R&D team in Tustin, CA. This hands-on laboratory role focuses on developing magnetic particle technologies for life science applications, including synthesis, surface modification, and characterization of magnetic beads.

The candidate should have a strong chemistry or materials background, experience with nanoparticle synthesis, and excellent communication skills.