Scientist I - Analytical Chemistry

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and perform method development, validation, execution, and assessment of results.
• Resolve and troubleshoot routine scientific and technical issues independently.
• Evaluate new technologies to solve scientific challenges or improve technological capabilities.
• Understand and execute established techniques independently.
• Document experimental activities and results in a GMP compliant fashion using an electronic data acquisition and management systems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in numerous scientific software applications to collect, process, and report data.
• Prepare protocols and reports as well as quality, safety, and regulatory documents.
• Interact directly with partners outside the department with minimum oversight.
• Present results and actively engage with local and global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or equivalent education with 5+ years of experience or Master's Degree or equivalent with 2+ years of experience.
• Practical knowledge of modern peptide manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with chemical biology fundamentals and related analytical techniques including recombinant protein expression and purification, cell culture, immunoassays, and gels.
• Understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in analytical techniques relevant to peptide product development including mass spectrometry, amino acid analysis, advanced separation techniques, and higher-order structure studies.
• Self-motivated, hard-working, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• High-quality written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers.