Senior Associate Scientist

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Senior Associate Scientist in Cambridge, MA.

Your main responsibilities as a Senior Associate Scientist:

• Hands-on lab support and process development for the chemical synthesis and downstream processing of oligonucleotide-based drug substance
• Synthesis of oligonucleotides up to 11 mmol scale
• Downstream processing of oligonucleotides including prep-HPLC, Ultrafiltration, annealing, concentration and Lyophilization
• In process analytical testing including AX-HPLC, IPRP-HPLC, LCMS, UV-vis
• Technical support for optimization of contract manufacturing processes

What we are looking for in a Senior Associate Scientist:

• BS in Chemistry with 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.

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

Pay Scale:

$77,642 – $97,066 Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.

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