Jobs.

SciGenesis is hiring talented scientists to join our team.  We are looking for dynamic individuals to transform research into commercial products.

Open Positions

SciGenesis is a leading developer in durable treatments for military-based textiles that aim to protect the soldier from a variety of potential harms.  As a research-first oriented company, SciGenesis excels at cultivating innovative ideas that drive progress within the textile and personal protection industries.  Focusing on individual protection, SciGenesis has already been able to develop several technologies that focus on increasing the durability of insect protective clothing, as well as flame-retardant chemistries.  By concentrating on the creation of novel technology, SciGenesis allows its employees the freedom to design new concepts and cultivate ideas within a small group.   

Our offices are located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi in The Accelerator, a research space run by the University of Southern Mississippi.  By proximity and agreement, our employees have access to cutting edge instrumentation and years of experience in the renowned School of Polymer Science and Engineering.  We are currently hiring in the following positions:

Project Manager

SciGenesis is currently looking for a candidate to organize the research efforts associated with several of its emerging technologies.  In particular, SciGenesis is looking for a textile scientist with a strong background in formulation chemistry.  Candidates with experience in materials sciences, textile industry (specifically rotary screen printing) or rheology will be highly regarded.  This candidate must be able to work independently, have excellent communication skills, maintain a clean laboratory and have experience with industrial scaling applications.  Candidates with experience with thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) as well as organic chemistry will be highly regarded.  This candidate will be required to have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as research reports will have to be given on a regular basis.  In addition to research reports, this candidate will be required to review, write and apply for governmental grants, as seen fit by the company.  Qualified candidates are hardworking individuals who prioritize safety in the laboratory, as this candidate will be required to maintain SciGenesis’ chemical hygiene plan. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop new coatings systems for textiles and cellulose-based products
• Scale new materials and processes for customer trials
• Write specifications for production and quality control
• Communicate results in verbal and written formats
• Oversee experiment design
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
• Update company’s chemical hygiene plan

 
Minimum Requirements:

• PhD or Masters degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Textile Chemistry
• Previous experience of developing water-based coatings, particularly in the textiles, non-woven, paper or leather industry
• Knowledge of elastomers and a range of crosslinking resin systems such as polyurethanes, silicones and acrylates
• Excellent Project Management skills and able to be an effective contributor to multidisciplinary teams
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data
• The ability to support and challenge key internal stakeholders
• Proven ability to operate in a fast paced and highly dynamic business

Lab Chemist

​SciGenesis is looking for an energetic scientist with a passion for formulation science.  In particular, SciGenesis is looking for a chemist with experience in organic chemistry or materials science.  Qualified candidates will be hardworking chemists that can work independently, have good communication skills and a knowledge of Microsoft Excel.  Having taken organic chemistry laboratory will be highly regarded.  The ability to maintain a safe and clean laboratory is a must for this position.  If qualified, you will join a team that not only is building an emerging company from the ground up, but also, a company that values new ideas and offers opportunities to expand your responsibilities within the company.







​Job Responsibilities:

• Perform planned scientific experiments

• Contribute to upkeep of lab equipment and materials
• Create and effectively manage documentation related to research
• Maintain a complete inventory of the laboratory
• Keep a safe and clean working environment

 



Minimum Requirements:

• Associates or undergraduate degree in chemistry, polymer science or related field
• Complete organic chemistry laboratory
• Must be a US Citizen
• Excellent communication skills

Send resumes to kelli.booth@scigenesis.com