Scientist, Technology Development — Molecular Computing

AtlasBase; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AtlasBase, a pioneer in Molecular Computing, seeks a Scientist I in technology development to lead nanoelectronic measurements of nanoelectrode semiconductor devices interfaced with biomolecules. You will execute day-to-day experiments measuring electrical properties in aqueous environments and model electron transfer to guide design.

The ideal candidate has deep hands-on experience with low-noise measurements, strong data analysis skills, and a PhD or MS with 5+ years in Physics, Materials

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 surface chemistry on semiconductor devices is desirable.
• Must be creative and detail-oriented with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional collaboration skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in biotech or semiconductor industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC 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 currents.
• Independently process and analyze experimental data to determine next steps and communicate results to team.
• Use understanding of electron transfer to create models guiding experimental design.
• Functionalize nanoelectrode device surfaces using protocols from the chemistry team.
• Interface with engineering teams to optimize experimental setups for high-throughput testing.
• Maintain detailed and meticulous records of all experimental work and analysis.

Skills

Nanoelectrode measurements

Electron transfer physics

Data analysis & scripting

Experimental design

Collaboration skills

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Nanotechnology

Tools

Cyclic voltammetry

Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy

Job description

AtlasBase, a pioneer in Molecular Computing, seeks a Scientist I in technology development to lead nanoelectronic measurements of nanoelectrode semiconductor devices interfaced with biomolecules. You will execute day-to-day experiments measuring electrical properties in aqueous environments and model electron transfer to guide design.

The ideal candidate has deep hands-on experience with low-noise measurements, strong data analysis skills, and a PhD or MS with 5+ years in Physics, Materials