Analytical Associate Scientist II — Elemental & Immunoassay Lab

R&D Partners

San Carlos (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 77,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA

401k plan

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term disability

Weekly payroll

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Job summary

R&D Partners is hiring an Associate Scientist II in San Carlos, CA on a 12-month contract. You will perform routine elemental analysis by atomic spectroscopy, including aluminum content testing in adjuvanted vaccine formulations, and support MSD and particle analytics under supervision.

The role emphasizes careful data handling and willingness to learn new techniques. Based in a lab setting, you will operate and maintain ICP-OES/ICP-MS/AAS/MP-AES equipment, prepare samples and standards, and

Qualifications

BS in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field; minimum 2 years of lab experience.
Hands-on lab experience; exposure to elemental trace-metal analysis (ICP-OES/ICP-MS/AAS/MP-AES) is a plus.
Experience with multiplexed immunoassays (MSD) and particle characterization is a plus.
Prior experience with colorimetric assays is a plus.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

Perform routine elemental analysis by atomic spectroscopy and aluminum content testing.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain elemental spectroscopy and microwave digestion instrumentation.
Analyze internal release, development, and stability samples across Drug Product teams.
Support testing of MSD and particle analytics; troubleshoot established methods.
Contribute to non-GxP stability studies under supervision.
Accurately record and report data; assist in protocols, SOPs, and summaries.
Collaborate with Drug Product Development, Formulation, Analytical Development, and Quality.