Chemist II

US Tech Solutions; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team in analytical development, supporting method development and validation for therapeutic biologics. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the optimization and robustness of analytical methods crucial for commercial QC labs. You will engage in diverse laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practices while collaborating with cross-functional partners. If you're passionate about scientific innovation and eager to make an impact in the field of therapeutic biologics, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive product and process understanding.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field with lab experience required.
• Practical knowledge of protein analysis techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support method development, robustness, and validation studies.
• Conduct routine laboratory activities and maintain compliance.

Skills

Protein HPLC

Capillary Electrophoresis

Good Laboratory Practices

Multitasking

Laboratory Notebook Maintenance

Education

BS in Chemistry

Master's Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory Software

Job description

Product Development Science and Technology (PDS&T), Analytical Development - Lake County (AD-LC) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of therapeutic biologic products.

Our scope includes a diverse pipeline of innovative therapeutic biologics medicines, including monoclonal antibodies, antibody drug conjugates (Client), and other modalities, and spans support from clinical proof of concept through the transition of analytical methods and testing to commercial labs to support product launch.

The Analytical Development – Lake County group within PDS&T is responsible for support of programs that are preparing for commercial development.

The team leads commercial method development, optimization, robustness, and validation.

In collaboration with cross-functional partners, the team supports commercial formulation and process development studies.

The team also leads tech transfer of final methods to commercial testing labs in Operations QC across the network.

Key deliverables include product control strategies informed by analytical data and method understanding; robust analytical methods suitable for commercial QC labs; comprehensive data packages that drive product and process understanding; clinical supplies release testing and stability studies to establish clinical product dating; substantial clinical trial application and marketing authorization submission content.

The Analytical Development – Lake County group within PDS&T is looking for a contractor to support method development, robustness, and validation studies. Additional laboratory testing to be assigned as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

1. BS in Chemistry (or similar field) with 3 to 5 years lab experience or a Master’s Degree with 0 years of experience.
2. Practical experience and knowledge of protein HPLC (e.g., SEC, IEX, HIC), capillary electrophoresis, and other separation techniques as applied to protein analysis preferred.
3. Experience with routine laboratory activities (e.g., sample preparation, weighing, pipetting, pH measurement, solution preparation, etc.) preferred.
4. Ability to maintain a laboratory notebook in compliance with Good Laboratory/Manufacturing Practices required.
5. Independent understanding and execution of established methods and techniques including operation of the relevant software required.
6. Ability to multitask and work within timelines preferred.

Top 3-5 skills, experience or education required

1. BS in Chemistry (or related field) 3 to 5 yrs lab experience, or a Master’s Degree.
2. Experience with good laboratory/manufacture practices preferred.
3. Experience with separation techniques (HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, etc.) preferred.
4. Experience with biologics (i.e., proteins, etc.) preferred.
5. Ability to multitask and work within timelines preferred.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.