Company DescriptionCentrillion is creating transformative genomic technologies leveraging engineering and biochemistry breakthroughs to accelerate discovery and reveal the real genome that has thus far been obscured by its complexity and the limitations of existing technologies. Our team of scientists and engineers is committed to making a new generation of genomic technologies accessible and affordable for a multitude of previously unapproachable apps. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and is located at Palo Alto, CA, at the innovation center of Silicon Valley and close to Stanford University.Job DescriptionCentrillion is seeking a creative, energetic, resourceful and success-oriented organic chemist to join a multidisciplinary research team developing new technologies for nucleic acid sequence analysis.PhD in organic chemistry, including training and practical laboratory experience in synthetic-, physical- and bio-organic chemistry.Expertise in the use of methods of instrumental chemical analysis instrumentation, such as HPLC, MS, NMR, FTIR, etc., is essential.Experience with nucleoside, nucleotide, and oligonucleotide chemistry.Working knowledge and practical experience with polymer and surface chemistry is also desirable.Demonstrated ability to plan and execute independent and collaborative research projects.Hands-on attitude and innovative approach to problem solving.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Co-authorship on one or more publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.QualificationsPlan and carry out research experiments involving synthesis and modification of nucleotides and oligonucleotides; and the analysis of their characteristics in various biochemical reactions.Collaborate with and/or supervise other research scientists & associates on relevant joint projects.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.