Senior Surface Chemist for NGS & Diagnostic Platforms

Posted 9 days ago

sarmalSan Diego (CA)

Materials Scientists Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

Sarmal, Inc is seeking a Senior/Staff Scientist to design, develop, and optimize functionalized surfaces for NGS and molecular diagnostic platforms. You will work at the interface of chemistry, materials science, and device engineering to create robust surface chemistries for ultra‑low fouling and probe immobilization. The role requires hands-on expertise in surface chemistry methods, thin‑film deposition, and comprehensive surface characterization, with the opportunity to mentor junior staff

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