Analytical Chemist (Contract)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Boston, MA

5d • $65 - $75

About The Position

The Analytical Chemist will join Vertex’s growing Technical Operations Analytical team and has the primary responsibility to provide analytical support for Oligonucleotides and Peptides in late-stage phase.

Requirements

• MS or BS with 5+ years of industrial experience
• Strong background in analytical development and validation of methods for analysis of oligonucleotide therapeutics
• Strong knowledge of mass spectrometry and purification techniques
• Knowledge of cGMP’s
• Must be a committed team player and collaborator

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in RP-HPLC, SAX-HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility to provide analytical support for Oligonucleotide and Peptide-Oligonucleotide conjugated compounds
• Development and optimization of robust LC/MS, IPRP and SAX HPLC analytical methods for analysis and purification of highly modified oligonucleotide drug substances
• Experience with IP-RP-HPLC, AX-HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS analytical techniques using Agilent, Waters and/or Thermo’s and associated software
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot lab instruments
• In depth knowledge of GLP/GMP’s in a pharmaceutical environment
• Must possess excellent writing and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees