Sr. Scientist I - Analytical Chemistry and Molecular Biology - FSP

Parexel; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Sick time

401K

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Parexel International is seeking a Senior Scientist- Analytical Chemistry and Molecular Biology for a long-term assignment as a full-time Parexel FSP employee onsite at a client location in Rahway, NJ. Benefits include sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and PTO; sponsorship is not offered.

Responsibilities include supporting high-throughput testing, data reporting per established methods, sample management, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences and relevant years of experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing laboratory.
• Senior Scientist - B.S. with 5+ years of experience; M.S. with 2+ years of experience

Responsibilities

• Support of high-throughput, pre-formulation, pre-qualification, robustness, and admixture testing
• Analysis of samples through reporting of results and documentation following appropriate methods, protocols, and procedures
• Sample management and monitoring of controlled temperature units
• Follow all applicable laboratory safety and hygiene procedures

Skills

HPLC/UPLC

Protein A Titer

SEC

IEX

AEX

CEX

HIC

CE-SDS

cIEF

ELISA (HCP, proA)

qPCR

Molecular biology techniques

High-throughput liquid handling

Troubleshooting

Protocol following

Reagent preparation

Training in molecular biology

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences

Tools

LIMS

Empower

ELNs

Tecan

Bravo

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Scientist- Analytical Chemistry and Molecular Biology to work as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support of high-throughput, pre-formulation, pre-qualification, robustness, and admixture testing
• Analysis of samples through reporting of results and documentation following appropriate methods, protocols, and procedures
• Sample management and monitoring of controlled temperature units
• Follow all applicable laboratory safety and hygiene procedures

Qualifications - B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences and relevant years of experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing laboratory:

Senior Scientist - B.S. with 5+ years of experience; M.S. with 2+ years of experience

Required Skills and Experience

• Must have separations experience for large molecules or plate-based assay experience*
  • HPLC / UPLC
  • Protein A Titer, SEC, IEX, AEX, CEX, or HIC
  • Electrophoretic methods CE-SDS and/or cIEF
  • ELISA (HCP, proA) and binding potency assay
  • qPCR and basic molecular biology techniques
  • High-throughput liquid handling system, e.g., Tecan, Bravo, etc.
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  • Basic instrument troubleshooting
  • Ability to follow complicated scientific protocols / procedures
  • Making accurate reagent preparations (dilutions / solutions / buffers / mobile phases)
  • Ability and willingness to train in molecular biology, immunoassay and analytical chemistry techniques
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail

Desired Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with compendial testing such as UV 280, pH, and Physical Observations
• Good documentation practice and use of electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs)
• Knowledge of LIMS and Empower
• Sample submission and sample management
• Monitoring of controlled temperature units
• Experience with Biosafety Level 2 cabinets/hoods

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!

Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.