Scientist III - Analytical Chemistry and Molecular Biology - FSP
About The Position
Parexel FSP is seeking a full-time Scientist III - Analytical Chemistry and Molecular Biology to work onsite at one of their clients located in Rahway, NJ. This role involves supporting high-throughput testing, pre-formulation, pre-qualification, robustness, and admixture testing. The scientist will be responsible for analyzing samples, reporting results, and documenting procedures according to established methods and protocols. Additionally, the role includes sample management and monitoring of controlled temperature units, adhering to all laboratory safety and hygiene procedures. Parexel FSP provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies. They are trusted by life sciences companies for long-term staffing needs in discovery and development of novel therapies.
Requirements
- B.S. with 3 to 5 years of experience; M.S. with 1 to 2 years of experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or similar life sciences and relevant years of experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing laboratory
- Must have separations experience for large molecules or plate-based assay experience
- Experience in analyzing biologics including monoclonal antibodies and/or other therapeutic proteins using at least one of the following techniques: HPLC / UPLC Protein A Titer, SEC, IEX, AEX, CEX, or HIC
- Electrophoretic methods CE-SDS and/or cIEF
- ELISA (HCP, proA) and binding potency assay
- qPCR and basic molecular biology techniques
- High-throughput liquid handling system, e.g., Tecan, Bravo, etc.
- Significant experience with the separation of small molecules, including hand-on instrumental experience and a demonstrated understanding of fundamental concepts and practices of separations science and chromatographic techniques will be considered in place of experience with large molecules
- Basic instrument troubleshooting
- Ability to follow complicated scientific protocols / procedures
- Making accurate reagent preparations (dilutions / solutions / buffers / mobile phases)
- Ability and willingness to train in molecular biology, immunoassay and analytical chemistry techniques
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with compendial testing such as UV 280, pH, and Physical Observations
- Good documentation practices and use of electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs)
- Knowledge of LIMS and Empower
- Sample submission and sample management
- Monitoring of controlled temperature units
- Experience with Biosafety Level 2 cabinets/hoods
Responsibilities
- Support of high-throughput, pre-formulation, pre-qualification, robustness, and admixture testing
- Analysis of samples through reporting of results and documentation following appropriate methods, protocols, and procedures
- Sample management and monitoring of controlled temperature units
- Follow all applicable laboratory safety and hygiene procedures
Benefits
- full benefits
- sick time
- 401K
- paid holidays
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
