Senior Scientist- Process Chemistry

10x Genomics Inc

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About the role:

10x is looking for an outstanding Senior Scientist to join the Process Development team to support the development and commercial launch of new products. The candidate will work cross-functionally with Chemistry, Microfluidics, custom plastic consumables, Assay Development, and Production teams to develop, optimize, validate, and transfer new chemistries and processes required to produce 10x reagents and consumables. Candidates must have a broad working knowledge of chemical processes and analytical methods related to polymer, surfactant, or surface chemistry and experience in the use of custom instrumentation. Hands on experience in process development, scale-up, process implementation and validation in a commercial manufacturing facility is a plus.

Individuals applying for this position must be self-starters, strategic thinkers, action driven, flexible in changing direction and methods, thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing multiple priorities, succeed in communicating with all levels within the organization and provide immediate contribution.

What you will be doing:

  • Act as a technical lead to develop, optimize and support a broad range of chemistry-based production processes through use of custom equipment, optical imaging, and analytical testing.
  • Develop a deep understanding of the interplay between chemistry, microfluidics, production processes, and molecular biology to identify the root cause of product deviations, troubleshoot them, and identify and implement solutions.
  • Plan and execute experiments, maintain an accurate record of experimental details, in-depth data analysis, and clear communication of these results through documentation and presentations.
  • Write protocols, develop procedures, and maintain accurate records.
  • Communicate and present results clearly and contribute data for making critical design decisions
  • Job may require 10% international travel

Minimum Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Surface Chemistry, and 4+ years of industry experience
  • Ability to integrate a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines.
  • Ability to design meaningful experiments and in-depth analysis of results. Experience using statistical tools for process control.
  • Good documentation skills and ability to communicate experimental design, results and plans through presentations and reports.
  • Understanding of physical chemical principles to scale up chemical manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to develop, validate and transfer processes to manufacturing or OEM vendors.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills.
  • Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with a compelling technology, and taking products and processes to the next level.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience with automation equipment or custom instrumentation.
  • Experience developing plastic consumables for microbiology applications.
  • Successfully developed and transferred processes in the life science industry.
  • Managed a multidisciplinary team to develop a product, transfer a process or solve a manufacturing issue.
  • Experience using statistical tools for process control.

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Below is the base pay range for this full-time position. The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience. At 10x, base pay is also just one component of the Company’s total compensation package. This role is also eligible for 10x’s equity grants, its comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs, and its annual bonus program or sales incentive program. During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more about the Company’s total compensation package.

Pay Range
$158,400$214,400 USD

About 10x Genomics

At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.
We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.
Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation,or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or Application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.

 

Pleasanton, CA 

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