Research Associate (Must Have Lab, Bench Chemistry, Basic Data Compilation/Documentation)

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of small molecule and dye processing, purification and characterization steps to support the generation of new materials
• Purify aqueous dyes using common biochemistry techniques (filtration, SEC, etc.)
• Characterize materials by various chromatography methods, including HPLC/SEC/IEC or IEX (Ion-exchange) chromatography using established standard processes
• Perform small scale dye labeling / bioconjugation reactions according to established standard processes
• Perform established reactions to convert/activate functional groups
• Optical characterization of the polymer dyes including measurement of absorbance and fluorescence emission spectra.
• Support documentation and archiving of R&D results in company databases
• Prepare outgoing materials and supporting (QC) documentation
• Provide assistance as needed to maintain functioning laboratory; including glassware cleaning, material ordering, inventory control and other duties

Requirements

• Successful candidate will possess a B.S. Degree in Chemistry or similar Life Science and a minimum of 1 year of relevant industry experience preferred or a combination of equivalent education and experience
• Bench chemistry experience in protein conjugation
• Basic experience in analytical instruments, such as HPLC, UV-Vis, Fluorometer
• Documentation, basic data compilation into report experience
• Ability to follow established reaction protocols and standard processes
• Familiarity with separation/purification methods is a plus
• Works in a team based environment
• Multi-task to cover a variety of job functions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to maintain neat, accurate and complete notebook and batch records
• Ability to independently perform and analyze data and identify issues in routine tests
• Familiarity with operation of routine laboratory instruments and applicable software

Qualifications

No H1B’s 3 must haves: Laboratory experience, bench chemistry, basic data compilation/documentation