Research Scientist, Lipid Chemistry

GenScript Biotech Corp.; Washington (District of Columbia); In loco; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

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Free meals during shift

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Onsite gyms

Descrizione del lavoro

GenScript Biotech Corp in the United States seeks a highly motivated scientist to join the Innovation Center for novel lipid or polymer molecule development used in RNA and gene delivery formulations. You will drive organic lipid and polymer synthesis from R&D to scale-up, contributing to a proprietary lipid-based drug delivery platform.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in organic/polymer/lipid chemistry, 1+ year post-doc, and a track record of publications or patents, with strong communication and

Competenze

• Ph.D. in organic, polymer or lipid chemistry from an accredited University.
• Post-doctoral experience in academia or industry (1 year minimum).
• Experience in a GMP environment is a plus.
• Proven track record of publications or patents.

Mansioni

• Conduct novel organic and lipid polymer chemical synthesis to support and build the company's proprietary lipid-based drug delivery platform.
• Develop scalable synthetic processes for potential commercial use in LNP and targeted LNP formulation.
• Characterize and interpret analytical data from HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, etc.
• Maintain Chemistry laboratory and inventories per good laboratory procedures.
• Communicate research findings to supervisor and peers, proposing next steps.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Humility and eagerness to learn

Formazione

Ph.D. in organic, polymer or lipid chemistry

Descrizione del lavoro

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

Job Summary

GenScript has a customized RNA synthesis and delivery formulation service established with good growth opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated and scientifically rigorous individual to join our Innovation Center for novel lipid or other polymer molecules development to be used in RNA and gene delivery formulation, with experience in developing organic lipid and polymer molecules from R&D to Scale up.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Everyday hand-on chemist willing to get into laboratory to conduct novel organic and lipid polymer chemical synthesis to support and build the company's proprietary lipid-based drug delivery platform
• Develop scalable synthetic processes that could eventually lead to commercial use in LNP and targeted LNP formulation
• Characterize, problem solve and interpret analytical data obtained from instrumentation such as HPLC, LC-MS, NMR etc
• Maintain Chemistry laboratory and inventories in accordance with good laboratory procedures
• Communicate regularly with supervisor and peers on research findings and propose suggestions for next steps
• Maintain a current knowledge of latest technology and scientific trends
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a Ph.D. in organic, polymer or lipid chemistry from an accredited University
• A minimum of 1 year of post-doctoral experience in academia or industry
• Experience in a GMP environment is a plus
• Must have proven track record of scientific accomplishments either in the form of publications or patents
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A sense of humility and an eagerness to continue to learn and contribute to a supportive team

Benefit

• Medical Insurance/Vision Insurance/Dental Insurance401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)Short Term Disability InsuranceNew Child LeavePaid Time OffPaid Company Holidays per yearPaid Sick Days (earned based on hours worked)Compassionate LeaveJury Duty LeaveFloat dayPersonal days

Perks

• Free colleague meals during shiftOnsite massages CharisOnsite gyms

Compensation

Salary range: $90,000 – $110,000 total compensation, including bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

EEO/DEI statement

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

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