Job Description
Associate Scientist, Discovery Separation Sciences
Our company's research laboratories in Boston are focused on driving discovery research. Our fully integrated multi-disciplinary discovery research site offers state-of-the-art resources to explore the most promising science combined with our company's world-class R&D expertise in small molecules and biologics. Located within the heart of Boston's vibrant Longwood biomedical community, research conducted in our laboratories spans exploratory biology through early clinical development and is an integral part of our company's powerful world-class network of drug and vaccine discovery.
At our company, we are inspired by the belief that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to scientific excellence can create medicines and vaccines that save and improve lives. Every employee is building on our proud legacy of scientific breakthroughs to impact the lives of patients, which relies on the integrity, creativity, humility, and scientific acumen of our team. We are creating a diverse organization that is inspired by invention and founded on a culture of respect and collaboration. As part of our team, you will expand your knowledge and skills through collaboration with talented and dedicated colleagues while advancing your career. We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable associate scientist to work as an integral part of our Boston Discovery Chemistry Separations Sciences Group.
Job Description
For this hands-on laboratory role, responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining HPLC, SFC, and lab automation instrument performance, executing sample handling tasks, managing the ordering and stocking of chemicals and consumables, and purification of small molecules from reaction mixtures by applying standard high-throughput LC/MS (Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy) technologies.
To achieve this, the candidate must have excellent skills in interacting and communicating with others, adapting to changing situations and managing their time, and a strong drive to help Medicinal Chemistry projects succeed. It is expected that the successful candidates will learn quickly through on-the-job training to become increasingly skilled and independent in analytical chemistry and chromatography.
Qualifications
Education Minimum Requirement:
BS (Bachelor of Science) degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or other physical science.
Required Experience:
Understanding of analytical chemistry and organic chemistry concepts
Hands-on experience in the utilization of HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography), LCMS (Liquid Chromatography Mass spectroscopy), and/or SFC (Supercritical Fluid Chromatography) instrumentation
Knowledge of mass spectrometry and LCMS data interpretation
Ability to multi-task and deliver on multiple priorities simultaneously
Highly self-motivated, collaboration-oriented focus and attention to detail are critical to success in this position to support cross-functional teams across dynamic research programs
Exceptional communication and organizational skills
Preferred Experience and Skills:
Knowledge of HPLC and/or SFC purification of one or more of the following classes of chemical compounds: small molecules, peptides
Knowledge of operation of laboratory automation instrumentation (e.g., automated balances, liquid handlers, automated chromatography)
Knowledge of informatics and understanding of analytical software for data analysis
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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
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Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as "remote".
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Employee Status:
RegularRelocation:
DomesticVISA Sponsorship:
NoTravel Requirements:
No Travel RequiredFlexible Work Arrangements:
Not ApplicableShift:
Not IndicatedValid Driving License:
NoHazardous Material(s):
OEB4, OEB5Required Skills:
Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Development, Bioanalysis, Bioanalytical Analysis, Biochemistry, Business, Chemical Synthesis, Chromatography, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Tools, Data Management, Dosage Forms, Environmental Measurements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Laboratory Automation, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Mass Spectrometry (MS), Molecular Structure, Regulatory Compliance, Research Proposal Development {+ 4 more}Preferred Skills:
Job Posting End Date:
06/3/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID:R350240
