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Research Associate, Chemistry

Lygos Inc
Hayward, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025

Research Associate, Chemistry (I-II)

Essential Duties

  • Perform and document laboratory work
  • Assemble / disassemble and maintain laboratory equipment
  • Synthesize, prepare and test samples according to specific methods.
  • Review data for thoroughness and accuracy and prepare simple reports
  • Follows Lygos policies, practices and ethics in the performance of individual duties

Qualifications & Experience :

  • B.S. Degree or higher in organic chemistry or polymer chemistry and at least 1 year in industry
  • Demonstrated experience in organic synthesis
  • Strong work ethic and self-motivation to perform daily duties with little supervision after initial training
  • Basic computer skills and be comfortable with email and standard Google and Microsoft applications
  • Good communication skills to report observations, results of experiments and test details.
  • Nice-to-haves (but not required) :

  • Two or more years of prior work experience in a laboratory
  • Experience in polymer derivatization and characterization, especially water soluble polymers
  • Location information :

    This position is for our Hayward, CA location. The employee must work on-site at this location 5 days per week. Willing to travel up to 5% of the time.

    Compensation and Benefits : Lygos offers highly competitive salaries, stock options, bonus and benefits, including medical and dental insurance, unlimited paid time off, and 401(k).

    Salary Range : $65,000-$80,000 - Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location, skill, experience, and performance.

    The benefits and stock purchase described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

    Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job.

    Lygos, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

    Salary : $65,000 - $80,000

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