Analytical Chemistry Scientist II - Oligonucleotide Methods

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

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.