Senior Scientist- Process Chemistry

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.

Responsibilities

• 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, perform in-depth data analysis, and clearly communicate 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry and 5+ years of industry experience.
• Ability to integrate a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines.
• Ability to design meaningful experiments and perform 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 chemistry 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 compelling technology, and taking products and processes to the next level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with automation equipment or custom instrumentation.
• Developed plastic consumables for microbiology applications, particularly microfluidic devices.
• Proficient in statistical analysis for process control and design of experiments.

Pay

Base pay range for this full-time position: $158,400—$214,400 USD. The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience. 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.

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.