Sr Scientist , Discovery Analytical Chemistry

Responsibilities

• Develop project and technical strategy within area of expertise.
• Apply advanced scientific principles to solve analytical problems for drug discovery and development.
• Design and execute analytical studies to support drug discovery and platform development.
• Independently design and initiate development of analytical methods and improve existing ones.
• Serve as a project coordinator for ongoing and new analytical method development.
• Work independently and collaboratively to solve scientific/technical challenges.
• Develop and validate analytical methods to quantify and characterize drugs and impurities.
• Conduct sample analysis; analyze/interpret results; integrate findings to understand drug properties and synthetic/purification routes.
• Present research findings to cross‑functional teams.
• Identify, propose, and lead initiatives/improvements.
• Influence and support drug discovery/development directions with scientific findings.
• Train and mentor junior scientists.
• Other duties as assigned.

• PhD in analytical chemistry (or a close related field) with 2+ years relevant industry experience.
• Strong hands‑on LC‑MS and HPLC experience for protein/protein conjugate characterization and quantitation.
• Expertise in sample preparation, peptide mapping, MS/MS peptide sequencing, glycosylation, disulfide bond mapping, and post‑translational modifications analysis.
• In-depth understanding of protein and analytical chemistry.
• Familiar with routine mass spectrometer maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting/problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent data interpretation/integration; communication and presentation skills.
• Ability/willingness to learn cutting‑edge technologies; prioritize workload and adapt to fast changes.

• Open mind to learn new technology; experience with a wide range of analytical techniques.
• Hands‑on CE or MALS (plus).

Wisconsin pay range: $125,000 USD - $145,000 USD.