Associate Scientist, CMC Analytical Development

Society for Conservation Biology; Verona (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company in Verona is seeking an Associate Scientist III to support method development and validation for drug substances. The role involves analytical techniques and data analysis, contributing to drug development processes. Candidates should have a BSc or MSc in Chemistry and relevant lab experience. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of laboratory experience in chemistry.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation and cGMP practices.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to cGMP policies and procedures.
• Provide accurate analytical results for ongoing projects.
• Design and execute non-routine experiments independently.

Skills

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Education

BSc in Chemistry

MSc in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

UV/Vis

LC/MS

KF

Job description

Associate Scientist, CMC Analytical Development

Employer: Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals | Location: Verona, Wisconsin, US | Salary: Competitive | Closing date: May 11, 2025

Sector: Academic / Research | Field: Development | Discipline: Biology | Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARWR) is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes responsible. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and delivery modes, Arrowhead therapies leverage RNA interference (RNAi) to induce rapid, deep, and durable gene knockdown. RNAi inhibits specific gene expression, affecting protein production, and is a natural pathway present in cells.

Our focus is on developing innovative drugs for genetically based diseases characterized by overproduction of proteins involved in disease processes. Our versatile RNAi technologies allow us to address conditions across therapeutic areas, including targets outside the liver, with a pipeline that includes clinical and preclinical candidates.

Headquartered in Pasadena, CA, with R&D teams in Madison, WI, and San Diego, CA, our team comprises nimble, science-driven innovators committed to bringing new therapies to patients.

The Position

This role is part of the Analytical Development (AD) group within the CMC Manufacturing organization. The Associate Scientist III will support method development and validation for new drug substances and products, contribute to GLP toxicology testing, cGMP clinical trial material release, and stability studies. The position reports to AD management.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to cGMP policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Provide accurate analytical results independently for ongoing projects.
• Meet project timelines and deliverables.
• Test samples supporting batch release and stability studies.
• Perform analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV/Vis, LC/MS, KF, etc.
• Assist in designing and developing analytical methods and improving existing ones for all drug development stages.
• Handle, analyze, and characterize chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
• Evaluate and interpret scientific data, providing significance and insights.
• Design and execute non-routine experiments independently.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and propose follow-up actions.
• Compile data, develop stability reports, and prepare certificates of analysis.
• Write test methods, protocols, and SOPs.
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot analytical equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry or related field.
• At least 4 years of laboratory experience in chemistry.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation, validation, data systems, and cGMP practices.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Attention to detail and team-oriented mindset.

Salary range in Wisconsin: $75,000 - $90,000 USD. Arrowhead offers competitive salaries and benefits. All applicants must have authorization to work in the US.

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