Senior Scientist – Peptides & Oligos

LabRulez; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

VRS Recruitment (US) is seeking a Senior Scientist – Peptides & Oligos for a growing pharmaceutical organization. The role focuses on analytical chemistry with strong LC-MS expertise and a GMP-regulated drug development background.

Responsibilities include developing, validating, and transferring LC-MS, HPLC, and GC methods for peptide products, performing tests, and supporting regulatory documentation and SOPs in a collaborative R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with LC-MS, HPLC, and GC method development and validation.
• Working knowledge of GMP, ICH/FDA validation guidelines, and the drug development process would be highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for peptide products using LC-MS, HPLC, and GC.
• Perform routine and non-routine testing; investigate analytical issues and prepare technical reports.
• Support quality and CMC activities by authoring SOPs, reviewing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skills

LC-MS method development

GMP knowledge

Regulatory documentation

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

LC-MS

HPLC

GC

Job description

Scientific and Research Fellow, Analytical chemist, Liquid chromatography, Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry

VRS Recruitment (US) is a specialized scientific recruitment company focused on analytical chemistry, mass spectrometry, chromatography, and the broader life sciences sector. Built on the principle of "Scientists Recruiting Scientists," the company combines technical expertise with professional recruitment services to help organizations identify highly qualified scientific talent while supporting candidates in advancing their careers.

Rather than operating as a traditional recruitment agency, VRS Recruitment employs consultants with scientific backgrounds who understand the technologies, applications, and terminology used throughout analytical laboratories and instrument manufacturers. This technical knowledge enables the company to accurately assess both candidate qualifications and employer requirements, resulting in more effective and targeted recruitment.

Senior Scientist – Peptides & Oligos

Excellent opportunity to join a growing pharmaceutical organization developing peptide-based therapeutics. This role is ideal for an experienced analytical chemist with strong LC-MS expertise and a background in GMP-regulated drug development.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for raw materials and peptide products using LC-MS, HPLC, and GC.
• Perform routine and non-routine testing, investigate analytical issues, and prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation.
• Support quality and CMC activities by authoring SOPs, reviewing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Candidate Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with LC-MS, HPLC, and GC method development and validation.
• Working knowledge of GMP, ICH/FDA validation guidelines, and the drug development process would be highly beneficial.
• Comprehensive healthcare, retirement, and PTO package.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge peptide therapeutics in a collaborative R&D environment.