Scientist 1, Process Chemistry

About the Role

10x is looking for an outstanding 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 antibody conjugates, polymers, surfactants, 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.

Key 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, in-depth data analysis, and clear communication of 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 & Tech Stack

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• Ability to integrate a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines.
• Ability to design meaningful experiments and 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 Skills & 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.