Peptide Chemist

Cambridge Research Biochemicals; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the biochemicals industry focused on custom peptide synthesis for research purposes in Pharma and academia. This role requires a degree in chemistry and involves hands-on synthesis, analysis, and problem-solving within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will be practical, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality results to research clients, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to service standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in synthetic chemistry and peptide synthesis.
• Practical knowledge of HPLC and mass spectrometry.
• Enthusiastic, organized, and committed to service.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize peptides using automated and manual methods.
• Analyze synthesis processes using HPLC and mass spectrometry.
• Perform post-synthesis modifications and cyclications.

Skills

Synthetic chemistry

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in chemistry

Tools

HPLC

Mass spectrometry

Automated peptide synthesizers

Job description

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Join the team at Cambridge Research Biochemicals, a supplier of custom peptides to the research community in Pharma and academia.

Role:

The synthesis of peptides and post-synthesis modifications are vital processes at CRB. It is crucial that we synthesize high-quality peptides and deliver them to our customers on time.

Responsibilities:

1. Synthesis of peptides using both automated peptide synthesizers and manual procedures.
2. Cleavage of peptides from resin supports.
3. In-process synthesis, analysis by HPLC and mass spectrometry.
4. Performing post-synthesis modifications, cyclizations, and attachment of dyes.

Qualifications:

You should hold a degree in chemistry and have practical experience in synthetic chemistry.

Personal qualities:

You should be enthusiastic, organized, and practical, enjoying problem-solving and teamwork. Reliability, hard work, and a willingness to learn are essential. You must be committed to meeting the needs of research clients within a service environment.