Research Associate, Analytical Chemistry

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As a Research Associate in the Analytical Services team, you will work on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors, exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

• Design and safely conduct laboratory scale experiments using current best practices.
• Present and discuss experimental plans and results with both internal and external customers.
• Documentation of development work using Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) according to established SOPs and industry standards.
• Development activities utilizing UHPLC, low resolution HPLC-MS, high resolution HPLC-MS, GC, GC-MS, UV, Karl-Fischer, NMR, FTIR, and various wet chemistry tests.
• Evaluate historical data applying applicable statistical tools to develop appropriate Raw Material, in-process, API, and Drug Product specifications.
• Analytical method development for Raw Materials and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in-process, final product, and Drug Product.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience is desired in analytical method development or analytical method validation with emphasis in HPLC.
• Minimum BS/BA in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Must be comfortable working independently and as part of the development team.
• Requires in-depth knowledge and experience in job and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills are required.
• Proficiency in the operation of HPLC and general laboratory instrumentation is expected.
• We are seeking a keen problem solver with a proactive approach.
• Experience in working in a GMP regulated environment is also required.
• Experience with Oligonucleotide and nucleic acid chemistry is highly desired.
• Typically, 4+ years relevant experience for entry to this level.

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Pay Range

$72,160.00-$112,750.00

The salary range for this position may differ based on your actual work location.

Eligible for Company Car

No

Benefits in Brief

Travel Required

Occasional

Schedule

Schedule:Full time

Shift

Day

Duration

No End Date

Job Function

R&D