Company
SiPhox, a Khosla Ventures, Intel Capital, and Y Combinator-backed startup, is commercializing next-generation diagnostics and label-free proteomics using Silicon Photonics, a platform technology for optics miniaturization that has revolutionized the data center industry over the last two decades. SiPhox's technology provides the power of large laboratory instruments in a handheld device that accepts disposable silicon photonic chip sensors.
Role Overview
This is an opportunity to join a high-growth startup at its first major inflection point: We have a validated functional first-generation platform that is ready for commercialization and scale-up, as well as next-generation development.
SiPhox is embarking on an ambitious effort to develop and commercialize a large menu of immunoassay targets on its multiplexed clinical-grade, validated, at-home diagnostics platform. We are looking for a scientist who will collaborate with our engineers, process development and product development teams to build this expanded menu on our platform and help bring it through validation.
Responsibilities
- Help with execution of immunoassays, recording of procedures, analysis and interpretation of results under supervision of senior scientists
- Maintain reagent stocks, solutions and records of these stocks and solutions
- Characterize antibodies and antigens using spectrophotometry, SDS-PAGE and label-free interaction analysis
- Collaborate with the process and chemistry team to ensure the development of robust and scalable processes for assay manufacturing and quality control.
Qualifications
- BS in biochemistry, biophysics, analytical chemistry, bioengineering or a related discipline
- Acquaintance and practical ability with basic laboratory procedures, established techniques, instruments and equipment is required
- Attention to detail and good record keeping skills are essential
- Familiarity with statistical principles applicable to assessment of assay performance
- Experience in computational analysis of data sets using general-purpose programming language (such as Python, R, or Matlab) is a plus
- Experience with POC/At-home devices is a plus
Personal characteristics
- Sets and achieves tough stretch goals; delivers outstanding, measurable results
- Absolute personal integrity and credibility; acts small and delivers outsized results
- Passion for excellence
- Creative, thinks out of the box
Compensation and Opportunity
- Compensation package with benefits, including high-end gym membership
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Work in a dynamic, innovative environment with cutting-edge technology
SiPhox Health
