Nanoelectrode Scientist — Molecular Data Storage

atlas-data-storage; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Data Storage is advancing molecular data storage by developing nanoelectrode semiconductor devices and conducting precise measurements in aqueous environments. A Scientist I in technology development will run day-to-day experiments to assess electrical properties and guide design decisions.

The role emphasizes rigorous data analysis and clear communication within a fast-paced team. Ideal candidates have deep lab experience, strong understanding of electron transfer, and hands-on

Qualifications

• Master's degree with >5 years of relevant industry experience, or a PhD with 0-3 years of experience in Physics, Materials Science, Physical Chemistry, Nanotechnology or a closely related field.
• Deep, hands-on experience performing low-noise, high frequency, nanoelectronic measurements on semiconductor chips; ideally in aqueous environments.
• Strong understanding of electron transfer and electron transport physics in nanoelectrode devices.
• Experience with electrochemistry techniques such as cyclic voltammetry, AC voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy as well as bipotentiostat measurements.
• Strong data analysis and scripting experience are highly desirable.
• Hands on experience in performing surface chemistry on semiconductor devices is desirable.
• Must be a creative and detail-oriented person with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional collaboration skills and ability to work seamlessly in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in the biotech or semiconductor industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control of as-received semiconductor devices using optical and electrical characterization methods.
• Perform low-noise, high frequency, electrical measurements on nanoelectrode devices to characterize picoampere to nanoampere range currents in aqueous environments.
• Independently process and analyze experimental data to determine next experimental steps and effectively communicate these results to team members and the wider company.
• Utilize an understanding of electron transfer in nanoelectrode devices to create simple models that guide experimental design.
• Perform surface functionalization of nanoelectrode devices using protocols developed by the surface chemistry team.
• Interface with engineering teams to optimize experimental setups to enable high throughput electrical testing of devices.
• Maintain detailed and meticulous records of all experimental work and analysis.

Skills

Nanoelectrode measurements

Low-noise measurements

Data analysis

Scripting

Experimental techniques

Education

Master's degree in Physics/Materials Science/Nanotechnology (related field)

PhD in Physics/Materials Science/Nanotechnology (related field)

Tools

Cyclic voltammetry

AC voltammetry

Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy

Bipotentiostat measurements

Job description

Atlas Data Storage is advancing molecular data storage by developing nanoelectrode semiconductor devices and conducting precise measurements in aqueous environments. A Scientist I in technology development will run day-to-day experiments to assess electrical properties and guide design decisions.

The role emphasizes rigorous data analysis and clear communication within a fast-paced team. Ideal candidates have deep lab experience, strong understanding of electron transfer, and hands-on