Inorganic Chemist/Materials Scientist

About the role

Irradiant is seeking a skilled inorganic chemist or materials scientist to help shape the future of 3D nanofabrication. This role will play a key part in developing and characterizing novel materials to enable Irradiant’s nanofabrication platform. Ideal candidates will have a background in nanomaterials synthesis and an interest in optical, photonic, and nanoelectronic applications. This person will work directly on developing novel techniques for synthesizing and patterning electrically conductive or high refractive index nanomaterial into nanoporous scaffolds for 3D electronics/photonics using multiphoton lithography. Collaboration with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing and product teams will be critical in optimizing materials and translating scientific insights into scalable, manufacturable solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and undertake syntheses for functional inorganic nanomaterials.
• Refine, streamline, and scale up existing synthesis and material fabrication techniques.
• Develop and execute metrology techniques for synthesized materials
• Work with an interdisciplinary team to integrate novel materials into existing or new patterning processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in inorganic material synthesis, nanoparticle synthesis, or nanomaterial surface functionalization.
• Familiarity with experimental design.
• Knowledge of optics, photonics, or electronic applications of nanomaterials.
• Experience with common characterization techniques such as UV-Vis absorption, fluorescence characterization, optical microscopy, etc.
• Experience or knowledge of advanced characterization techniques such as EDS, XRD, NMR, SEM, TEM etc.

Employment Qualifications

This position is not eligible for employment-based visa/immigration sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000, and includes equity. We are committed to equitable compensation across our company. In addition, we reimburse up to $7,200 annually in healthcare expenses, giving our employees greater flexibility with healthcare plans that meet their needs. We offer a Flexible Paid Time Off policy and encourage people to take regular vacation.

About Us

Irradiant Technologies seeks to create a revolution in our ability to control and process information with light. Here you'll be part of a team that is not just following the trends but setting the course of technological evolution. We are looking for innovative thinkers, adept problem-solvers, and dedicated professionals who are willing to dive deep into uncharted territories. If you're intrigued by our mission to unlock the full potential of optics and photonics with complete control of refractive index in 3D for applications ranging from flat meta-optics to hyperscale data centers—then we want you to apply. Don’t wait for the future, help us build it.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Irradiant Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team free from discrimination or harassment. We encourage candidates of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status to apply. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to contact us with any requests for accommodation.