About the role
We're hiring an optical scientist to lead research on a novel method for generating multiphoton fluorescence, using forbidden transitions to triplet states. As our first full-time scientific hire, you will have a high degree of ownership over the company research agenda.
In this role you will:
- Lead research on characterizing and understanding triplet state dynamics
- Continue optimizing our technology- implementing approaches to decrease power levels, studying variables like pulse width and repetition rate, testing different light sources
- Test and characterize novel applications of our technology e.g. lithography, diagnostics, opsins
- Collaborate with biologists, chemists, and protein engineers on the development and testing of fluorescent dyes and proteins, including assay development
- Prototype and test the next generation of our systems in collaboration with our optical engineer
- Test and characterize samples from prospective customers
- Author technical documentation and scientific publications
- Represent the company at academic and industry events e.g. presenting scientific findings
- Propose additional applications
Key qualifications
- PhD in experimental optical physics or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated track record of building high precision hardware
- Experience with imaging biological systems - fluorescence microscopy preferred, ideally multiphoton microscopy
- Proficient with optical design software e.g. Zemax
Preferred qualifications
- 2+ years of a postdoc or industry experience
Salary/Pay Range
- $150,000-$180,000 annual salary, equity, and benefits
Apply on LinkedIn or email with a cover letter and CV.