Applications Development Director jobs in San Diego, CA

Company Description

Quantum-Si is pioneering a new generation of technology to create the market of Next Generation Protein Sequencing (NGPS). Similar to Next Generation DNA Sequencing (NGS), which gave us a blueprint of what could happen by studying our DNA, NGPS enables an unbiased view of the proteome through improved scale, resolution, and sensitivity leading to better understanding of disease and improved general health.

We operate at the intersection of biochemistry, chemistry, hardware, molecular biology, photonics, semiconductor chips, and software with a goal to drive a digital transformation of a $44 billion dollar proteomics market.

Join us on the journey to transform healthcare, motivated by the idea that the products you work on will change the lives of millions of people around the world.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Principal Scientist in Applications Development with a focus on proteomics to play a pivotal role in advancing our technology. You will be responsible for developing innovative methods for the preparation of peptides and proteins from a diverse range of sample inputs to be sequenced on our single molecule sequencing platform. This is an individual contributor role with the opportunity to build and lead a team of experts in sample preparation and application development, further enhancing the capabilities and impact of our platform.

As part of our team, your core responsibilities will be:

• Develop and implement innovative techniques for the preparation of peptide libraries from the digestion of proteins isolated from a diverse set of sample inputs.
• Contribute to the design, development, and optimization of surface chemistry and bioconjugation methods for immobilizing peptides on a semiconductor chip for single molecule protein sequencing.
• Utilize a range of techniques, including chemical synthesis, spectroscopy, and molecular biology, to prepare proteins and peptides from different samples for sequencing
• Optimize existing and develop new protein library preparation methods to ensure reproducibility, robustness, and scalability.
• Analyze complex scientific data using statistical methods and software tools to make data-driven decisions, continually enhancing protocols and system performance.
• Maintain meticulous records of experiments, procedures, and results in full compliance with company standards, ensuring traceability and accuracy.

Qualifications

Baseline skills/experiences/attributes:

• D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or related field.
• 10 years working in proteomics on protein extraction, separation, purification, and analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in a wide range of sample preparation techniques, including protein digestion, extraction, and fractionation. Experience working with different sample types, such as cell lysates, tissues, serum, and plasma.
• Experience with various proteomic methods, such as 2D gel electrophoresis, liquid chromatography, and gel-free techniques.
• Proven expertise in chemical synthesis, molecular biology, and bioanalytical techniques.
• Strong analytical aptitude with expertise in data interpretation and statistical analysis.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to be flexible and move to different projects.

Ideally, you also have these skills/experiences/attributes (but it’s ok if you don’t!):

• Experience with mass spectrometry instrumentation and techniques used in proteomics, such as LC-MS/MS, MALDI-TOF, and other relevant mass spectrometry platforms.
• Developing protocols and assays for single molecule detection.
• Experience using statistical analysis software.

You Deeply Identify with Core Quantum-Si Values:

• Team: We are stronger as a unit and collectively committed to the goal and each other.
• Accountability: Be accountable to the goal, the team and yourself.
• Passion: We are enthusiastic and dedicated to expanding scientific understanding and its impact.
• Excellence: Be aggressive and have a sense of urgency but take pride in each task taken on.
• Transparency: We align as an organization and communicate success and challenge.
• Competitive: We do not fear but learn from making mistakes.  We play to win!
• Diversity: Each individual regardless of role makes a difference and impacts our progress.

Additional Information

We offer great perks:

• Competitive salaried compensation - we value our employees and show it
• Equity - we want every employee to be a stakeholder
• Fully covered medical insurance plan along with a generous company sponsored health reimbursement account, and dental & vision coverage - as a health-tech company, we place great worth on our teams’ well-being
• Company paid life insurance, short term and long term disability
• Flexible Paid Time Off - personal responsibility for managing our own time, workload and results plus 14 paid holidays inclusive of MLK Day, Juneteenth, Indigenous People’s Day and Veterans Day
• Parental Leave - we provide a generous 10 week parental leave and additional 6-8 weeks pregnancy related leave for birthing parents
• Pre-tax commuter benefits - we make your commute more reasonable
• Free onsite meals
• 401k plan - we facilitate your retirement goals
• Beautiful office in the heart of San Diego
• The opportunity to build a revolutionary healthcare product and save millions of lives!

The estimated base salary range for this role based in the United States of America is: $ 170,000- $200,000. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, level of the position,  an individual’s skills, knowledge and abilities, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all full-time employees are eligible for our discretionary bonus program and equity as part of the compensation package.

Quantum-Si does not accept agency resumes.

Quantum-Si is an E-Verify and equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.