Research Associate HPLC

IT Engagements, Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Engagements seeks a Research Associate for its Discovery Chemistry Group in San Francisco to support purification of small molecules, short peptides, macrocycles, and other modalities using preparative HPLC. You will develop methods, summarize data, troubleshoot instruments, and interact with chemists to advance project goals.

The role emphasizes staying current with methods and technologies such as HPLC, LC-MS, and automation; teamwork, problem-solving, and strong communication are essential

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Knowledge of organic/analytical chemistry with chromatography and analytical techniques.
• Fast-paced, organized, detail-oriented, multitasking capabilities.
• Team and independent work with accountability.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Clinical research certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Purify small molecules, short peptides, macrocycles and other modalities using preparative HPLC.
• Develop HPLC methods and interpret data; troubleshoot instruments/methods.
• Interact with chemists to support projects and present findings in group meetings.
• Keep up-to-date with latest methods/technologies (HPLC, LC-MS, automation).

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

BS/MS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline

Job description

Greetings from IT Engagements IT Engagements is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. We have an immediate opening for the below position with one of our premium clients.

Role: Research Associate

Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Description

We are seeking a Research Associate in the Discovery Chemistry Group to support purification of small molecule drug discovery at client. This person will join a high energy team that is responsible for all aspects of purifying small molecules, short peptides, macrocycles, and other modalities primarily using preparative HPLC technology. The successful candidate will develop HPLC methods, summarize and interpret data, troubleshoot instrument and method problems, interact with chemists to help support their projects, and present findings at group meetings. Members of this team are expected to keep up to date with the latest methods and technologies. The successful candidate will accomplish our mission through innovation, teamwork, creative problem-solving, and through the use of state-of-the-art technology including HPLC, LC-MS, and a variety of automation equipment.

Who You Are

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:

• BS/MS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline.
• Theoretical knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry with hands-on experience in chromatography (RP, NP, IEX, SPE) and other analytical techniques (MS, NMR).
• Can work in a fast-paced environment and be highly organized, detail-oriented, motivated, and can multitask. Must have good time management skills.
• Can work collaboratively in a team as well as independently with a strong sense of individual accountability.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Certification in clinical research preferred

Thank You