Analytical Scientist – MOA & Impurity Methods

UPL; North Carolina; On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

UPL’s OpenAg Center in RTP, Durham, NC, has an opening for a Scientist/Senior Scientist in Analytical Chemistry focusing on small and large molecules and Data Analytics. The role supports organization and operation of analytical resources for lab and greenhouse operations in RTP and at UPL’s field development stations.

The position centers on characterization and development of New Technologies and provides ancillary support for agricultural application testing and formulations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology with strong chemistry background.
• 2–5 years in chemical analysis, method development and validation in regulated industry.
• Proficient in HPLC, MS and NMR techniques.
• Experience with large molecule identification and data analysis software.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analytical evaluation of active molecules and formulations using advanced instrumentation.
• Design strategies for MOA elucidation for new agricultural technologies.
• Monitor regulation of gene and protein expression.
• Identify portfolio gaps based on MOA with Global Research Leads.
• Support registration of products with regulatory agencies.
• Develop methods for evaluation of impurities in manufacturing.
• Mentor junior chemists as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

Tools

HPLC

MS

NMR

Data analysis software

Protein/peptide analysis

Job description

UPL’s OpenAg Center in RTP, Durham, NC, has an opening for a Scientist/Senior Scientist in Analytical Chemistry focusing on small and large molecules and Data Analytics. The role supports organization and operation of analytical resources for lab and greenhouse operations in RTP and at UPL’s field development stations.

The position centers on characterization and development of New Technologies and provides ancillary support for agricultural application testing and formulations.