ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST II

Description

Job Type: Full-Time

FLSA: Exempt

Eligible for Remote or Hybrid: No

Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000

*The referenced pay range is based on Pixelligent's good faith belief at the time of posting. Final Salary and compensation will vary based on factors such as work experience, market and business conditions, education, degree level, training and skill level with consideration for internal equity.

Summary: 

The Associate Scientist II will support the Product Development team in the surface modification of Pixelligent’s nanocrystals, the dispersion of nanocrystals into solvents and polymers, and forming various products from the prepared nanocomposites. This position will also tabulate data and report results according to internal and/or customer requirements.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

*  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.  *

• Working under the leadership of the senior scientific team in a laboratory environment to support new product development.
• Preparation and analysis of chemical samples using existing SOPs to support product manufacturing, product development, and other research projects.
• Revises existing SOPs.
• Obtaining and evaluating data, using statistical methods when necessary, and communicating it to the senior scientific team.
• Communicating updates in a timely and concise manner with management and other personnel on projects.
• Operation of equipment such as UV-Vis, viscometer, FTIR, spin coater, UV curing, ink-jet printer, and other scientific equipment, as needed.
• Prepares reports and presents findings.
• Trains personnel within the team or new personnel.
• Maintains a safe and organized laboratory.
• Other project related tasks or duties as assigned by the supervisor/manager.  

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and/or Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science with two (2) years of relevant experience (required)
2. Master’s degree (desired)
3. Experience with nanomaterial synthesis.
4. Proficient with wet chemistry and standard organic chemistry processes.
5. Experience with operating standard laboratory analytical equipment.

If you meet our requirements, are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for innovation and customer satisfaction, we encourage you to apply for this role!

Pixelligent Benefits: Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employer Paid Dental Insurance Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance3 weeks PTO + 2 Personal Days + 8 Holidays401(k) Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, and Parental Leave