Sr. Scientist, Chemist

Cytek Biosciences Inc • Fremont, CA

7h

About The Position

We are currently seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and highly motivated chemist in organic chemistry to fill a position of Senior Scientist in our Reagent Development Group. The successful candidate will be bringing a strong expertise in synthesizing fluorescent dyes to develop new reagents for multicolor flow cytometry assays.

Requirements

• A PhD degree in Organic Chemistry.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team of scientists.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of experience in synthesizing polymer fluorescent dyes is preferred.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment such as GLP/GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, optimize, and synthesize new fluorescent dyes, including polymer dyes.
• Identify new fluorescent dyes on the market suitable for expanding cFluor fluorophore portfolio.
• Develop new reagent products by conjugating antibodies to different types of fluorescent dyes, including small molecule dye, protein tandem dyes and StarBright dyes.
• Perform routine analysis, purification and characterization of dyes and reagents using chromatographic spectrophotometer, HPLC, FPLC, fluorometer, LC/MS, NMR and other analytic instruments.
• Maintain good and timely documentation of experiments.
• All other tasks and duties assigned as perceived and agreed upon by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree