Senior UX/Product Designer (6months - 1yr Contract)

The Emerald Cloud Laboratory (ECL) enables life scientists to move out of the lab, and to conduct research entirely from a computer. Stepping away from manual completion of experiments at the bench, scientists on the ECL leverage the remote, automated execution of all standard biology and chemistry experiments in Emerald’s industrial lab facilities, working within a software platform for all stages of research workflows, from experimental design to data analysis. Our system empowers scientists at Big Pharma companies, startups, and academic laboratories by allowing them to run wet lab experiments from anywhere in the world without ever stepping foot into the lab.

The Design Challenge at Emerald

At Emerald, we have an unyielding commitment to world-class design. Design and engineering are both disciplines that have traditionally been neglected in biotech, and we believe it is essential to build each of them into the company’s DNA from early on. Ours is an industry in which software in general is often an afterthought, and software with excellent design is nearly unprecedented. We have the opportunity to introduce an industry-defining product that will forever change the research process for scientists throughout the world, and we invite you to join us for the ride.

Because of the magnitude of problems we are trying to solve, we’re looking for fearless designers who can think on their feet. Stretching yourself out of your comfort zone across multiple disciplines is more the rule than the exception at Emerald. 

YOU MIGHT BE A GREAT FIT FOR DESIGN AT EMERALD IF YOU...

• have 5+ years of industry experience (bonus for user research). 
• have an online portfolio  for review; showcasing UX, UI and visual design work.
• have a history focusing on UX design and defining product requirement
• have multiple problem-solving techniques in your toolkit that ultimately serve needs of the business, and our customers.
• have a capacity for thinking broadly, or in very small details.
• are collaborative and will work with both technical and non-technical departments to ensure the integrity of design specifications.
• can take direction well, and have different ways of streamlining your production process.
• can effectively communicate the rationale of your approach.
• bonus if you’ve had experience working on complex interconnected software systems.
• In-depth knowledge of graphic design and interactive tool such as Sketch, Adobe creative suite

YOU MIGHT BE A GREAT FIT FOR EMERALD'S CULTURE IF YOU ...

• can work independently and with a multidisciplinary team.
• enjoy being confronted with complex problems, and devise simple, elegant solutions.
• are deeply empathetic to the needs of people.
• have the determination to achieve an end result, and optimism and enthusiasm when things don't go to plan.
• are curious and excited to work hand-in-hand with scientists, and to learn as much as you can. 
• are not afraid to question everything down to its core principles. “Because it’s a standard practice” is not a path we take.

About ECL: https://www.emeraldcloudlab.comThe Emerald Cloud Laboratory (ECL) enables life scientists to move out of the lab, and to conduct research entirely from a computer. Stepping away from manual completion of experiments at the bench, scientists on the ECL leverage the remote, automated execution of all standard biology and chemistry experiments in Emerald’s industrial lab facilities, working within a software platform for all stages of research workflows, from experimental design to data analysis.

Optional but welcome: A link to your Github account or any projects you are proud of can be especially helpful. With project links, please include a short remark to help us get our bearings.

At Emerald Cloud Lab, we are committed to pioneering the future of scientific research by providing an innovative, cloud-based laboratory environment. We believe in the power of collaboration, diversity, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge to drive groundbreaking discoveries. If you are passionate about reshaping the landscape of scientific experimentation and eager to contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation, we invite you to join us.

Compensation$150, 000 - $160,000