Scientist II

eTeam; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

eTeam is seeking a Scientist II to execute advanced lab work at Ridgefield, CT, for a 12‑month duration. You will lead experimental studies, design non-routine experiments, and contribute to protocol development, data integrity, and reporting.

You will work across teams to build knowledge of product and process, interpret results, and present findings with scientific rigor. Strong wet chemistry, chromatography and analytical skills are required for success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 4 years of related field experience or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related field experience.
• Experience with wet chemistry preparation methods and formulation work.
• Proficiency with chromatography methods including HPLC and SEC; familiarity with FFF/AF4 is a plus.
• Strong data analysis, communication and ability to present scientific findings.

Responsibilities

• Execute lab work for new therapeutic modalities.
• Lead experimental studies to build product/process knowledge.
• Design and run non-routine experiments with minimal supervision.
• Prepare protocols, SOPs and technical reports in line with company policies.
• Present findings in project team and department meetings.

Skills

Wet chemistry prep

Formulation prep

HPLC

FFF/AF4

SEC

NMR spectroscopy

DLS

Flow Cam

Microscopy

DNA/RNA isolation

PCR

Education

Master's degree + 4 years experience

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience

Tools

NMR spectrometer

DLS instrument

AF4 instrumentation

HPLC system

Job description

Job Title: Scientist II

Location: Ridgefield, CT

Duration: 12 Months

Job Description

• Execute lab work at a high level for new therapeutic modalities (e.g., peptides, oligonucleotides, virus, antibodies, non-viral delivery systems, etc.).
• Lead in implementing experimental studies to build product and process knowledge.
• Initiates and completes routine laboratory procedures in an independent and efficient manner; Troubleshoots equipment and experiments effectively and solves scientific problems independently; Operates lab equipment and is responsible for maintenance.
• Designs and executes non-routine experiments with minimal supervision.
• Contributes to lab organization, reagent tracking and other tasks as determined appropriate Independently presents scientific findings in project team or Department meetings Actively participates in cross-functional teams/initiatives Independently writes protocols, SOPs, technical reports in accordance with company policies Independently applies basic scientific principles and technology.
• Performs literature searches and keeps abreast of relevant literature.
• Collects, treats and reports data with a high level of integrity and ethics.
• Effectively communicates work orally and in writing.
• Write protocols, procedures, and technical documents.
• Provide input to others for scientific reports.
• Understand appropriate regulations and legal requirements as well as client policies and procedures as relevant to areas of expertise; Apply knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices, manage risk, and maximize opportunities for projects to succeed.

Skills

• Experience with wet chemistry preparation methods.
• Buffers, mobile phases, multi-component formulation preparation.
• Experience with traditional chromatography methods such as all modes of HPLC, Field Flow Fractionation (FFF/AF4), SEC, etc.
• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, interpret and report technical data.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills Experience with NMR spectroscopy analysis is a plus
• Experience with sub-micron particle sizing methodologies such as DLS or Flow Cam is a plus
• Experience with fluorescent labelling, microscopy and/or image analysis is a plus
• Experience with biophysical testing; DNA/RNA isolation, electrophoresis, PCR, etc. is a plus

Education

Master's Degree with 4 years experience in a related field or Bachelor's Degree with 5 years experience in a related field.