Scientist I (Analytical Science)

Responsibilities

• Execute lab work at a high level for new therapeutic modalities (e.g., peptides, oligonucleotides, virus, antibodies, non-viral delivery systems, etc.)
• Lead in implementing experimental studies to build product and process knowledge
• Initiates and completes routine laboratory procedures in an independent and efficient manner
• Troubleshoots equipment and experiments effectively and solves scientific problems independently
• Operates lab equipment and is responsible for maintenance
• Designs and executes non-routine experiments with minimal supervision
• Contributes to lab organization, reagent tracking and other tasks as determined appropriate
• Independently presents scientific findings in project team or Department meetings
• Actively participates in cross-functional teams/initiatives
• Independently writes protocols, SOPs, technical reports in accordance with company policies
• Independently applies basic scientific principles and technology
• Performs literature searches and keeps abreast of relevant literature
• Collections, treats and reports data with a high level of integrity and ethics
• Effectively communicates work orally and in writing
• Write protocols, procedures, and technical documents
• Provide input to others for scientific reports

Requirements

• Understand appropriate regulations and legal requirements as well as client policies and procedures as relevant to areas of expertise; Apply knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices, manage risk, and maximize opportunities for projects to succeed
• Experience with wet chemistry preparation methods. Buffers, mobile phases, multi-component formulation preparation
• Experience with traditional chromatography methods such as all modes of HPLC, Field Flow Fractionation (FFF/AF4), SEC, etc.
• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, interpret and report technical data
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with NMR spectroscopy analysis is a plus
• Experience with sub-micron particle sizing methodologies such as DLS or Flow Cam is a plus
• Experience with fluorescent labelling, microscopy and/or image analysis is a plus
• Experience with biophysical testing; DNA/RNA isolation, electrophoresis, PCR, etc. is a plus

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with 1+ years experience in a related field or Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years experience in a related field