Analytical Chemistry Scientist II

Manpower San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower San Diego seeks an Analytical Chemistry Scientist II to advance analytical method development for oligonucleotides and raw materials. You will validate methods, plan experiments, and transfer assays across teams in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires hands-on laboratory expertise with HPLC, LC-MS, and spectroscopic techniques, strong documentation, and collaboration with multiple functions to ensure high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer.
• Experience with analytical characterization and testing of oligonucleotides.
• Working knowledge of GMP, GDP and regulatory expectations (FDA cGMP; ICH, USP).

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, validate and transfer analytical methods for oligonucleotides, raw materials, and reagent consumables.
• Design, plan and execute various laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prioritize multiple assignments and deliver high-quality results within established project timelines.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and troubleshoot unexpected analytical outcomes.
• Prepare study protocols and reports, and assay work instructions with attention to details.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and Illumina quality standards.

Skills

Analytical method development

Problem solving

Laboratory execution

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/MS/Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

HPLC

LC-MS

UV-Vis

FTIR

NMR

Karl Fischer

Job description

As an Analytical Chemistry Scientist II within our Analytical Method Development and Transfer Group, you will play a key role in developing, validating, and, transferring analytical methods that support oligonucleotides synthesis and release testing, and raw material qualification. You will work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, partnering with cross‑functional teams to ensure high‑quality analytical support across multiple programs. This role requires deep technical expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, strong problem‑solving skills, and hands‑on laboratory experience.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize, validate and transfer analytical methods for oligonucleotides, raw materials, and reagent consumables.
• Design, plan and execute various laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prioritize multiple assignments and deliver high-quality results within established project timelines.
• Analyze data analysis, interpret results, and troubleshoot unexpected analytical outcomes.
• Prepare study protocols and reports, and assay work instructions with attention to details.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Good Documentation Practice (GDP), and Illumina quality standards
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and continuous‑improvement‑focused team culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements:

• BS/MS/Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer.
• Proficient with analytical techniques including HPLC, LC-MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and NMR.
• Experience in analytical characterization and testing of oligonucleotides.
• Demonstrated ability to perform and collaborative effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong laboratory execution skills, including organization, documentation, and adherence to quality systems.
• Working knowledge of method validation principles and for regulatory expectations (FDA cGMP; ICH, USP).