Associate Scientist II, Analytical Development for Characterization

Bioethic; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative clinical-stage vaccine company is seeking a motivated Associate Scientist II to join their Analytical Development team. In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting laboratory activities focused on analyzing drug substances and intermediates. Your expertise in analytical chemistry and hands-on experience with modern instrumentation will be key in executing experiments, developing new assays, and maintaining meticulous records. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to groundbreaking vaccine innovations aimed at protecting humankind from bacterial diseases. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in global health!

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Equity Component

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of industry experience in Analytical Chemistry.
• Hands-on experience with modern analytical instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and executing experiments for drug substances.
• Support daily lab operations and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

HPLC

Microplate Assays

Protein Analysis

Critical Thinking

Record Keeping

Interpersonal Skills

Data Analysis

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Chemistry

Tools

Chemstation

Protein Simple Systems

PA-800 Systems

Job description

Associate Scientist II, Analytical Development for Characterization
Scientific Direct Hire
Apr 4, 2024

Join our Mission to Protect Humankind!

We are a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases, which have serious and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Our path to success is clear and well-defined.

WHAT we do is every bit as important as HOW we do it! Our work together is guided by four enduring core values:

1. AIM HIGH: We embody our collectively audacious goal to courageously make the most complex biologics ever attempted to protect humankind.
2. LEAD WITH HEART: Everyone leads with a kindness-first, inclusive approach to collaboration and vigorous debate that advances our business objectives.
3. RETHINK CONVENTION: We bring creative and intellectual diversity to every facet of the work we do to innovate and reinvent the way vaccines are delivered.
4. MODEL EXCELLENCE: The magnitude of our challenge requires our shared commitment to demonstrating integrity, accountability, equality, and clarity across communications and decision-making.

Summary:
We are looking for an energetic and talented individual to join our Analytical Development team. Primary responsibility for the incumbent will be to support the developmental activities currently ongoing in the laboratory as assigned.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments to analyze drug substances and intermediates such as proteins and carbohydrates including:
1. Microplate assays including enzymatic assays.
2. HPLC- Especially SEC and RP-HPLC with experience in Chemstation.
3. CE and iCIEF – Especially with Protein Simple or PA-800 systems.
2. Assist in analytical method development of new assays.
3. Keep accurate and detailed records of experiments.
4. Summarize data and communicate to the analytical team.
5. Support daily lab operations, sample inventory, and sample shipment.
6. Work within a team environment and provide support to further team objectives.
7. Complete any assigned tasks in high quality and in a timely manner.

Requirements:

1. BS in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry preferred, Organic/Biochemistry considered, with 2-6 years of relevant industry experience or MS with 1-4 years.
2. Ideal candidate will have a background in analytical chemistry principles and hands-on experience with modern analytical instrumentations commonly used in the analysis and characterization of drug candidates. Candidates with other scientific disciplines may be considered based on relevant experience.
3. Experience in chemical and biological assays such as colorimetric/fluorimetric microplate assays and HPLC.
4. Experience working with protein analysis – UV-Vis, CE, BCAs etc.
5. Experience working with carbohydrate analysis and SEC-MALS a plus.
6. Understanding of basic principles of analytical method development/validation/qualification concepts.
7. Attention to detail and excellent skills in record-keeping/documentation. Critical thinking and ability to analyze data.
8. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written formats.
9. Ability to work under supervision and independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and collaborate effectively with other team members. Eagerness and ability to learn and understand new concepts with ease.

All employees require vaccination against COVID-19.

Reports to: Scientist II, Analytical Development
Location: San Carlos, CA
Compensation:
The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.
Salary Range: $106,000 – $115,000