Associate Scientist (HPLC, Troubleshooting HPLC/UPLC)

Aequor; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor in Cambridge, MA is seeking an experienced chemist to join our laboratory team. The role focuses on troubleshooting and maintaining HPLC/UPLC instruments, ensuring reliable analytical performance and data integrity.

The candidate will leverage Empower software to create custom methods and fields, develop robust chemistries, and support biopharmaceutical analyses in a fast-paced industry setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry or related field; Master preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in industry laboratories.
• Experience in analytical chemistry/biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain HPLC/UPLC instruments at expert level.
• Operate and develop methods in Empower software (custom field creation, instrument methods).

Skills

Laboratory skills

Analytical chemistry

Biopharma industry experience

Education

Bachelor/Master in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

Empower software

Job description

Duration: 12+ Months (Possible Extension)

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

• Degree in chemistry ( Master +2 y, Bachelor+ 4 y), biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related discipline.
• Excellent laboratory skills with 2+ years of experience in industry laboratories
• Analytical chemistry/biochemistry experience
• Experience working in biopharmaceutical industry

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Expert level experience troubleshooting, and maintaining HPLC/UPLC instruments.
• Expertise in the use of Empower software (e.g., custom field creation, writing instrument methods, etc.)