Associate Scientist / Scientist, Analytical Sciences (m/f/d)

ProtaGene, GmbH; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ProtaGene, GmbH seeks an Associate Scientist / Scientist in Analytical Sciences to perform rigorous characterization of biologics using HPLC/UPLC, IEF, CE, and related techniques. You will design experiments, interpret data, and communicate findings through reports and presentations in a fast-paced biopharma environment.

Qualifications include a Master’s or Bachelor’s in chemistry/biochemistry with 2–6 years of relevant industry experience, and proficiency with Waters Empower is a strong plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related scientific discipline.
• 2–5 years (MSc.) or 4–6 years (BSc.) of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Characterize biologics using analytical techniques (HPLC/UPLC, IEF, CE, spectroscopy, biochemical assays, binding/kinetic assays).
• Independently design and execute studies; analyze data; troubleshoot and report findings.
• Maintain reagents, standards, and controls for analytical testing.
• Keep accurate ELNs, protocols, and documentation per quality standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results on schedule.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Experiment design

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s in Chemistry/Biochemistry

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

IEF

CE

Waters Empower

LC-MS

Job description

Associate Scientist / Scientist, Analytical Sciences (m/f/d)

• Massachusetts , United States
• Operations

Your Responsibilities

Perform physicochemical and biochemical characterization of biologics using a variety of analytical techniques, including HPLC/UPLC, isoelectric focusing (IEF), capillary electrophoresis (CE), spectroscopic methods, biochemical assays, and binding/kinetic assays.

Independently design and execute laboratory studies, analyze and interpret data, troubleshoot analytical challenges, and communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and team discussions.

Prepare and maintain assay reagents, reference standards, controls, and other materials required to support analytical testing activities.

Maintain accurate and compliant laboratory records, electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), experimental protocols, and supporting documentation in accordance with company procedures and quality standards.

Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality analytical results and project milestones.

Job requirements

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline with 2-5 years (MSc.) or 4-6 years (BSc.) of relevant industry experience.

Demonstrated hands-on experience with analytical characterization techniques, particularly chromatography (U/HPLC), electrophoretic and isoelectric focusing (PA 800 Plus/Maurice), is required.

Experience working in a CRO and/or GMP Quality Control (QC) environment is highly desirable.

Proficiency with Waters Empower™ chromatography data software is a strong plus.

Working knowledge of biotherapeutic analytical development (e.g., method qualification and/or validation and assay transfer).

Experience with additional biophysical characterization techniques, such as SEC-MALS, DSC, circular dichroism (CD), FT-IR, or MFI, and/or LC-MS-based characterization of biotherapeutics is highly desirable but not required.

Ability to independently plan and execute experiments while managing multiple priorities and maintaining timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work successfully in both a team/matrix environment as well as independently.

Experience with the analytical characterization of oligonucleotides a plus.

What we offer

• Benefits: Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Work Environment: Laboratory-based position in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Burlington , Massachusetts , United States