Research Scientist (Analytics) F/H

Mission

Deliver scientific analysis and support to the scientific teams

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine qualitative and quantitative analysis of macromolecules using HPLC, UPLC, SEC-MALS, commercial colorimetric assays, ELISA assays, western blots, LC-MS and GC methods, among others.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HPLC, UPLC, and SEC-MALS instruments and columns.
• Develop protocols and prepare validation or test result reports.
• Conduct stability and activity analyses of macromolecules.
• Design and execute scientific studies with clear goals and deliverables.
• Summarize and present findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Absorb and oversee technology transfer processes related to CRO selection and implementation.
• Support day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Draft SOPs and research reports as needed.
• Collaborate with the Cell Engineering, Process Engineering, and Bioprocessing teams to support and advance R&D in protein and biopolymer process development.

Profile

• PhD or Master (with 3-5 years of experience) in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Biochemistry with fundamental understanding of protein, peptide, enzyme, polysaccharides, and other biomolecules.
• Extensive experience with operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Liquid Chromatography (Reverse Phase, SEC), GC, and mass spectrometry instruments. Experience with Agilent instruments and software is strongly preferred.
• Experience of developing plate-based high-throughput assay and enzymatic study are strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of metabolomics and/or proteomics pipeline (including sample preparation, LC/GC and MS operation, data analysis) and must be able to conduct independent and creative research.
• Possess good organizational, analytical and technical writing skills.
• Effective team player, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks and deliver high quality results under tight timeline.
• Self-motivated, passionate and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with good communication skills.
• Collaborative, transparent, and inclusive culture and activities.