Senior Scientist – Oligonucleotide Synthesis & R&D

Grifols; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Grifols Diagnostic Solutions in San Diego seeks a Scientist skilled in oligonucleotide chemistry to provide synthesis, purification, and analysis for R&D projects. You may manage subprojects and collaborate with Core Teams, driving experimental design and data interpretation while maintaining thorough records.

The role requires strong experience in oligonucleotide work, project leadership, and effective communication across teams, with a focus on delivering results in a fast-paced research

Qualifications

• 7-9 years post-baccalaureate laboratory experience; industrial experience preferred.
• 6-8 years laboratory experience post-M.S. without thesis; industrial experience preferred.
• 5-7 years laboratory experience post M.S. with thesis; industrial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform automated oligonucleotide synthesis, deprotection and purification using standard chemistry.
• Conduct oligonucleotide analysis using LCMS, MALDI, UV/VIS, and HPLC/UPLC; identify impurities and degradation products.
• Lead and execute complex experiments; guide design, analysis, results, and follow-up experiments.
• Interact with peers and supervisors to provide summaries and input; maintain clear experimental records.
• Familiar with software tools for instrument control, data analysis, and reporting results.

Skills

Manage Execution

Plan Realistically

Promote Teamwork

Share the Vision

Make Sound Decisions

Education

Bachelor level in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related

Master in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related

PhD in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related

Job description

Grifols Diagnostic Solutions in San Diego seeks a Scientist skilled in oligonucleotide chemistry to provide synthesis, purification, and analysis for R&D projects. You may manage subprojects and collaborate with Core Teams, driving experimental design and data interpretation while maintaining thorough records.

The role requires strong experience in oligonucleotide work, project leadership, and effective communication across teams, with a focus on delivering results in a fast-paced research