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Associate Scientist II

Cambridge, MA 02142

Posted: 12/13/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 616611 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


The successful candidate will be a part of the Process Chemistry group, responsible for the process development and in-house non-GMP manufacture of modified oligonucleotides and siRNAs.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:
Support non-GMP oligonucleotide production on a tight timeline
Support purification method development, optimization, and scale-up
Execute non-GMP oligonucleotide purifications
Execute downstream processing of purified material
Execute in-process analytical tests
Participate in creating and reviewing SOPs and batch records
Support campaign activities across other unit operations as-needed
 
Qualifications:
BS in Chemistry with 1-3 years lab experience, preferably in an industrial setting.
Basic understanding of analytical techniques (pH, osmolality, conductivity measurement, HPLC, LC-MS etc.). Related hands-on experience is preferred. Knowledge of oligonucleotide manufacture process including phosphoramidite chemistry, chromatography, ultrafiltration etc. is a plus.
Experience in record-keeping and excellent laboratory documentation practice, are required. Strong commitment to high laboratory and scientific standard; ability to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly laboratory work environment; assist in routine lab and equipment maintenance.
Good communication skill is a must for this position. The successful candidate must be a responsible and proactive individual who is able to work as a team player in a highly dynamic environment with aggressive timelines.

Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree

Pay ranges between $40-45/hr based on experience 

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.