Who We Are:
KETOS is ushering in a new era of understanding around one of the most fundamental, critical elements of life: water. Our goal is simple: to improve water quality, safety and conservation – and enhance healthcare on a global scale. We do this by providing the tools and insights needed to optimize water usage, ensure resource efficiency and provide water safety assurance – and by making these tools accurate, affordable and accessible.
Our blend of innovative patented hardware with an intelligent interactive software fabric provides predictive and actionable insights through data analytics. These make up the core elements of the KETOS platform – and lead to the smart water data needed for smart irrigation, industries and cities.
Job Summary/Objective:
KETOS is looking for Staff Scientist to join KETOS’ Research & Development team. They will report to the Director of R&D.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop new hardware and analytical techniques from start to finish to improve the next generation of sensors.
Execute relevant experiments to validate performance.
Carry out material R&D work employing knowledge of electrochemical, piezoelectric, thermal, optical, and fluorescence-based sensors.
Work in the laboratory to bench scale process development, pilot scale development, and product prototyping.
Document knowledge and report R&D work as well as maintain QA/QC documentation and processes.
Collaborate with R&D, hardware and production teams on process transfer and implementation of improved sensor technologies.
Skills:
- Experience with processes and methods of materials development and characterization.
- Hands-on experience with spectroscopic, microfluidics and electrochemical techniques within academic and/or industrial laboratories.
- Knowledge and experience in water quality monitoring product development and technologies.
- Ability to work on several projects simultaneously as well as participate on cross-functional teams.
- Spectrophotometric and chemometric algorithms/method development.
- A demonstrated ability to plan, write and execute experiments.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology or related field.
- Proficiency in spectroscopy and electrochemistry.
- 7+ years working experience in material research and development, depending on level of education.