Sr. Research Scientist (Polymer & Bioconjugate Chemistry)

fluidigm; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Markham is seeking a Sr. Research Scientist specializing in Polymer & Bioconjugate Chemistry. The role involves inventing reagents for mass cytometry, collaborating with academic partners, and contributing to impactful scientific research. A PhD in chemistry and experience in polymer synthesis are required. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with polymer synthesis and post-polymerization modification.
• Proven ability to solve technical problems in graduate school or industry.
• Familiarity with Design Control and ISO 13485 is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Invent new reagents for mass cytometry.
• Synthesize and characterize reagents using analytical methods.
• Collaborate with academic partners and contribute to research papers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in chemistry or related field

Tools

ICP-MS

HPLC

Job description

Sr. Research Scientist (Polymer & Bioconjugate Chemistry)

Location: CA-ON-Markham | Req No. 2023-3738 | Category: Research & Development | Type: Regular

Description

Would you like to join an innovative team driven by a bold vision – unleashing tools to accelerate breakthroughs in human health?

Standard BioTools is building a positive culture where our people can do the best work of their careers, informed and influenced by our core behaviors:

• Keep customers front and center in all of our work
• Be accountable and deliver on commitments
• Drive continuous improvement
• Be collaborative and work as one team: fostering communications in a learning, coaching, and helpful environment

Standard BioTools Canada is looking for a highly motivated Research Scientist (Polymer & Bioconjugate Chemistry) to join our mass cytometry team based in Markham, ON.

Responsibilities

• Work with minimal supervision to invent new reagents for mass cytometry.
• Review the literature and devise scientific plans.
• Synthesize reagents: polymer synthesis and post-polymerization modifications; organic & inorganic synthesis.
• Characterize reagents by chemical analytical methods (e.g., GPC, NMR).
• Conjugate reagents to biomolecules such as antibodies.
• Use reagents and conjugated biomolecules to stain cells or tissue in bioanalytical assays (suspension or imaging mass cytometry); acquire, process, and interpret the bioanalytical data.
• Carry out all work with an eye towards making a practical, viable product.
• Document the feasibility of new reagents (invented by the candidate or by others) through written reports that include protocols, manufacturability considerations, and all other relevant information.
• Contribute to existing product scale-up and to addressing product performance issues.
• Be a point of contact for and collaborate with academic collaborators.
• Submit written invention disclosures to the IP department.
• Contribute original research and literature review presentations to group meetings.
• As needed, write and submit original research papers to peer-reviewed journals, and/or present posters and oral presentations at research conferences.
• Be the expert user and trainer for a few key pieces of laboratory equipment.
• Work with a cross-functional team of scientists and engineers from across all major fields.

Minimum Qualifications

• A PhD in chemistry or related field.
• Proven ability (in graduate school or industry) to incisively solve technical problems.
• Lead and complete projects.
• Experience with polymer synthesis and post-polymerization modification. Organic and inorganic synthesis is an asset.
• A variety of chemical and polymer characterization techniques.
• Chemical modification of biomolecules and the purification of the resultant bioconjugates.
• The use and care of complex analytical instrumentation, for example ICP-MS, HPLC.
• Flow cytometry, suspension mass cytometry, and/or imaging mass cytometry is an asset, but not required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and author technical procedures/protocols for laboratory equipment and experiments. General scientific writing and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with Design Control, ISO 13485, and/or regulatory environment is an asset.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills to enable multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail is essential. Collaborative attitude and a team player.
• The ability to relocate to the Greater Toronto Area.

The company is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process to applicants with accessibility needs in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation during this process, please inform the company of your requirements. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and support an accessible recruitment process.