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Scientist - Analytical Chemistry

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080

Posted: 03/25/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 618285 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Scientist - Analytical Chemistry

Job Summary:
The Gene Therapy group is seeking to hire a Scientist to become an integral part of the gene therapy drug development effort. We seek candidates who think critically and have the desire and ability to learn new techniques. This position requires adaptability and an ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will leverage their mass spectrometry and chromatography expertise to develop assays in support of their gene therapy programs.  
Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. with 2+ years or M.S. with 6+ years of industry experience in analytical chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry or a related field. 
  • Creativity and the ability to work within an interdisciplinary team to achieve technical and corporate milestones. 
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment. 
  • Strong verbal and written communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. 
Technical Requirements and Skills:
  • Extensive expertise in the development of analytical assays to support drug product characterization, including LC/UV, LC/MS, CE, and biochemical readouts. 
  • Successful development of proteomic and metabolic assays is preferred. 
  • Knowledge of purification with different chromatography methods including HPLC, IEX, and SEC for protein conjugations. 
  • Previous experience using state-of-the-art LC-MS equipment for MRM/SRM and TOF analysis (Shimadzu,?Agilent, Waters, ExionLC AE, Sciex). 
  • Analyze proteomics data using proteomics analysis software (Skyline) and bioinformatics tools for protein and peptide quantification. 
  • Working knowledge with recombinant protein downstream purification and characterization. 
  • Research literature and external sources and identify new techniques and procedures. 
  • Ideal candidate will have familiarity with ELNs (i.e. Benchling), Olink-based proteomics, MSD, Western blot, metabolomics and unbiased proteomics analysis. 
  • Strong record-keeping and organizational skills. 
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Compensation: 125K-150k
Benefits
? Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.

? Access to a 24-hour gym

? Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

? Commuting stipend based on your geographical location

? 401(k) Match: offers a dollar-for-dollar match

? All full-time employees are eligible for our flexible time off policy

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Planet Pharma is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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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.