Senior Researcher

SSi People; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in Thousand Oaks is seeking a Senior Research Operations Associate. This role focuses on executing peptide synthesis and antibody conjugation workflows, ensuring high-quality materials for research. The ideal candidate has a chemistry background, with a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of lab experience. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, conducting experiments, and adhering to safety regulations in an onsite environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in a laboratory.
• Strong understanding of standard laboratory practices.
• Hands-on experience with solid phase peptide synthesis and RP‑HPLC purification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute peptide synthesis with minimal supervision.
• Conduct antibody conjugation experiments and analyze peptide identity.
• Maintain accurate records in the laboratory e-notebook.

Skills

Organic chemistry

Experience working in a chemistry lab

Working with purification instruments

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Senior Research Operations Associate

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA (Onsite)

Job Summary

Join our team as a Senior Research Operations Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting discovery research. You'll be responsible for executing peptide synthesis and antibody conjugation workflows, ensuring the delivery of high-quality materials to project teams. This position is fully onsite in Thousand Oaks, CA, and offers a dynamic environment for scientific growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and execute peptide synthesis, including peptide cleavage and purification using RP-HPLC, with minimal supervision.
• Conduct antibody conjugation experiments and analyze peptide and conjugate identity and purity.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures, observations, and results in the laboratory e-notebook.
• Communicate data and interpretations to the work group and operate specialized lab equipment.
• Perform general lab housekeeping to ensure a clean and safe workspace.
• Adhere to all lab safety guidelines, SOPs, and relevant regulations.

Skills Required

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of standard laboratory practices.
• Hands‑on experience with solid phase peptide synthesis and RP‑HPLC purification is preferred.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.Experience in organic chemistry and working with purification instruments.

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets

• Organic chemistry
• Experience working in a chemistry lab
• Working with purification instruments
• Solid phase peptide synthesis experience is a huge plus

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