Paragraf's patented contamination-free deposition technology delivers game-changing opportunities for the commercialisation of graphene by allowing us to manufacture high-purity 2D graphene sheets at scale.
Paragraf is the first company in the world to mass produce graphene-based electronic devices using standard semiconductor processes. We not only specialise in the manufacture of high-purity graphene but also its seamless integration into ready-to-use products that can be quickly adopted by our customers and partners to support the advancement of their technologies.
At Paragraf, we are committed to materially transforming electronics through the development of high-purity graphene products that will facilitate massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life.
Founded as a spin-out from Cambridge University in 2017, with the aim of transferring the technology from the academic lab into a commercial entity, we have grown from one site in Somersham, Cambridgeshire, to include an additional production facility in Huntingdon, as well as global sales teams promoting Paragraf.
The Role
Working with the Applications Team, this role supports product research activities, primarily for Graphene Molecular Sensor (GMS) products, delivering performance improvements aligned with market requirements. This is an exciting stage of product development, and the role will be key in supporting activities focused on the technical understanding of Paragraf graphene and its utilisation in GMS device operation.
The role involves collaborating across teams to provide technical input for product development and customer applications, supporting projects with external collaborators on innovative commercial product development.
Key Responsibilities & Tasks
* Undertake research and development activities for projects, prioritising activities to deliver performance improvements aligned with market and customer requirements.
* Contribute to a product roadmap to address customer pain points and meet business objectives.
* Provide technical expertise and recommendations for development, commercial activities, and long-term planning; participate in technical discussions for partnerships and customer demonstrations.
* Manage tasks and projects, ensuring objectives are met with regular review and reporting of key results.
* Propose and develop feasibility studies to support existing projects and explore new research avenues around GMS and innovative applications of Paragraf graphene to open new markets.
* Generate performance data for customer-facing documents, highlighting key device performance attributes versus competitors.
* Coordinate with Technology, Development, Epitaxy, and Production teams to align requirements with business goals.
* Prepare updates for meetings and reports as needed.
* Present results at external conferences as required.
* Perform additional duties as assigned by your team leader or manager.
Requirements
Education and Qualifications
* Degree in chemistry, electrochemistry, physics, or related fields; industrial experience is advantageous.
Experience
* Practical experience in electrochemical sensing.
* Experience planning and conducting experiments within a commercial environment.
* Experience with surface chemistry and processing.
* Ability to work flexibly with colleagues to deliver project objectives.
Advantageous Experience
* Experience with surface analytical techniques (e.g., SEM, AFM, Raman, XPS).
* Experience working with ion-sensitive field-effect transistors.
* Knowledge of semiconductor devices.
* Experience with electrochemical techniques and bio-molecule assays.
* Experience collaborating effectively with external partners.
Communication Skills
* Strong communication skills, capable of contributing ideas and reporting progress effectively.
* Ability to present technical information clearly and appropriately for different audiences.
* Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise, and organise workload independently.
Additional Factors
* Adherence to confidentiality and safety protocols.
* Commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, including PPE use and safety training.
* Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits, subject to review and change, including:
* Group Personal Pension Plan with employer contribution of 5% and minimum employee contribution of 4%.
* Private health insurance after probation.
* Share Option scheme.
* Death in service cover of three times salary and income protection after probation.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days.
* Support for Personal and Professional Development.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme.
* Payroll Giving scheme.
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