Senior Scientist- Emulsion

Integrated Resources Inc.; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier staffing firm seeks a highly qualified R&D professional to join a multidisciplinary team focused on developing innovative emulsion systems for droplet-based biological applications. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering, with a strong background in emulsion or colloid science and the ability to work collaboratively to drive product development from research through to launch.

Qualifications

• PhD or M.Sc. with extensive experience in relevant fields.
• Industrial R&D experience with emulsions or colloids.
• Strong initiative and focus on results.

Responsibilities

• Develop new emulsion systems for droplet-based biology.
• Characterize and optimize multicomponent systems.
• Lead development campaigns and mentor junior scientists.

Skills

Emulsion or colloid science

Interfacial phenomena

Transport phenomena

Chemical engineering unit operations

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Master of Science (with extensive experience)

Job description

A Few Words About Us - Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Client leads the digital PCR market with its QX200 droplet digital PCR platform. You will be part of an exciting multidisciplinary R&D team of engineers, chemists, and biologists revolutionizing biological research and healthcare by developing new products in client's droplet microfluidics portfolio. You will work with fluidics engineers, chemists, and molecular biologists to develop integrated chemical and fluidic systems for reactions in emulsions. This work will span from the research stage through product launch. The successful candidate will: Invent and develop new emulsion systems for droplet-based biology Characterize and optimize multicomponent (oil, buffer, surfactant, and thermoplastic) systems Design, source, and use characterization tools and methods for liquid-liquid and liquid-solid interfaces Lead associates and junior scientists in development campaigns Analyze and synthesize existing literature and new developments in emulsion technology, and apply them to client's Digital Biology Center missions Summarize and communicate results and determine follow-on work for the team Required Skills Required: Expertise and hands-on skills in emulsion or colloid science Detailed understanding of interfacial phenomena and physical chemistry Deep knowledge of transport phenomena and fluid properties Good understanding of chemical engineering unit operations Strong initiative and focus on results Ability to thrive in a multi-disciplinary team setting collaborating with senior and junior scientists and engineers Flexible and adaptive to a rapidly changing environment Capable of developing and executing experimental protocols, and communicating findings clearly and concisely Strong oral and written communication skills Desired Expertise in water-in-oil emulsions Hands-on knowledge of molecular biology buffers and reagents Skill in generating, manipulating, and characterizing droplets

Qualifications

Required Experience Required PhD (or Master of Science degree with extensive experience) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or an equivalent field Industrial R&D experience with emulsions or other colloids Desired Experience with droplet technologies Experience in life sciences industry Commercialization experience with emulsions or other colloids Experience in separation science and technology