Associate Scientist

Analytical Chemist

We are currently seeking an Analytical Chemist in our Pivotal Attribute Sciences Department in Thousand Oaks, CA. This team plays a crucial role in pivotal phase analytical support, including product development support, testing of drug substances and drug products.

The role will work closely with a team of analysts and scientists responsible for the technical aspects of developing analytical tools to gain understanding of key quality attributes in product and process for late phase synthetic small molecule, synthetic oligonucleotide, synthetic peptide and/or antibody peptide conjugates.

The Scientist will integrate and optimally utilize platform and in-depth product attribute knowledge to advance client's products and ensure success through pivotal clinical phases to marketing authorization application.

Training and expertise in analytical method development or organic chemistry or formulation development

Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret analytical data

Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry lab

Understanding, research in, and hands-on experience with chromatographic techniques, such as Liquid chromatography and gas chromatography

Technical aptitude for the identification, development, and implementation of Client analytical technologies, such as Mass spectrometry (MS), NMR, Vibrational spectroscopy etc.

Written and oral communication skills for the timely documentation, presentation, and discussion of scientific results in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, team-based environment

Abilities in trouble-shooting, problem solving, and multi-tasking in support of process chemistry and formulation efforts at the pivotal phase of development. Can work under supervision.

Understanding of GLP and GMP requirements and their application in a phase appropriate manner

Conduct liquid chromatography analysis using Empower or similar LC platforms; experience with large molecule analysis is preferred. Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for synthetic peptide release testing and characterization.

Perform the mass spectrometry analysis (Agilent Q-TOF, Thermo Orbitrap, etc), experience in large molecules analysis is a plus.

Collaborate closely with drug substance and drug product process development colleagues to achieve project objectives.

Master's degree OR

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience OR

Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR

High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience.

Prepare samples and perform routine analyses utilizing liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry.

The candidate will also participate in the development and optimization of HPLC methods.

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