Space Analytics Scientist - Method Dev in Microgravity

Varda Space Industries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Unlimited PTO

Health insurance including Vision and Dental

Lunch and snacks provided on site

Dinners provided twice a week

Job summary

Varda Space Industries is seeking a Scientist in Analytical Sciences to lead the development and validation of analytical methods in El Segundo, CA. This role is pivotal in advancing therapeutics with microgravity applications and shaping Varda's product culture.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a similar field and a strong background in method development. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in space-based pharmaceutical processing.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Analytical Chemistry with relevant industry experience.
• Experience with method development and validation for drug substances.
• Strong collaborative skills with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for drug substances.
• Conduct hands-on lab experiments and collaborate with external sites.
• Work closely with product development and engineering groups.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

UV Spectroscopy

NMR Spectroscopy

FTIR Spectroscopy

Chromatography

HPLC

LC-MS

GC

SDS-PAGE

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field

M.S. in relevant field with 6+ years experience

Job description

Varda Space Industries is seeking a Scientist in Analytical Sciences to lead the development and validation of analytical methods in El Segundo, CA. This role is pivotal in advancing therapeutics with microgravity applications and shaping Varda's product culture.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a similar field and a strong background in method development. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in space-based pharmaceutical processing.