PhD Residency (Chemistry)

TL;DR

PhD Residency (Chemistry): Conducting advanced organic synthesis of polymers and small molecules for early-stage projects with an accent on electrochemical evaluation and analytical characterization. Focus on building robust chromatography and spectroscopy assays to measure success within a design-build-test-learn workflow.

Location: Must be based in Mountain View, CA

Salary: $109,000–$147,000

Company

hirify.global is a moonshot factory dedicated to solving the world's hardest problems through radical innovation and technology.

What you will do

• Design and implement synthetic chemistry pathways for novel polymers and small molecules.
• Measure and optimize electrochemical traits of newly designed polymer systems.
• Build and implement robust analytical chemistry assays to support design-build-test-learn workflows.
• Ehirify.globalpand automation workflows to streamline chemical synthesis and testing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with ehirify.globalperts in machine learning and other disciplines.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in chemical or biological sciences.
• Hands-on ehirify.globalperience with organic synthesis and polymer chemistry.
• Ehirify.globalperience with electrochemical measurements and electroactive compounds.
• Proven ability to design and validate analytical assays like LC-MS, NMR, and UV Spectroscopy.
• Proficiency with Python for data or workflow automation.
• Must be able to work onsite in Mountain View, CA.

Nice to have

• Strong publication record in organic synthesis or analytical techniques.
• Ehirify.globalperience with electrocatalysis or electrochemical sensors.
• Familiarity with applying computational models or machine learning to chemical design.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on confidential, high-impact moonshot projects.
• Access to a lively community of AI and ML residents.
• Participation in tech-talks with industry leaders.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.