Scientist III - Peptide Synthesis Discovery Chemistry - FSP

Parexel•United States-New Jersey-Remote, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Parexel FSP is seeking a Scientist 3 to work full-time on assignment onsite at one of their clients in Rahway, NJ. This role involves supporting the development of new therapies by providing qualified and talented technical professionals. The position requires a strong understanding of synthetic organic chemistry and analytical instrumentation, with a focus on peptide synthesis, purification, and analysis.

Requirements

BS degree with 3-5 years of experience or MS degree with 1-2 years of experience.
Broad and strong understanding of synthetic organic chemistry, including significant hands-on experience in conducting organic chemistry research in a laboratory environment, and executing chemical reactions at various scales.
In depth understanding of and extensive experience with analytical and liquid handling instrumentation; analytical instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, HPLC (analytical and prep), UPLC, LC-MS, UV, CD, and NMR spectroscopy.
Required techniques: HPLC, LC-MS.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience in solid phase peptide synthesis, purification, analysis, and handling; experience using state-of-the-art peptide automated synthesizers.

Responsibilities

Execute any aspects (synthesis, workup, purification, analysis) of routine peptide preparations in a range of scales and demonstrate flexibility and rapid pace in moving across this space.
Perform high-quality research and execute tasks on assigned research problems contributing to the attainment of defined research objectives.
The assignment encompasses a broad range of complexities and program impact, requiring creativity in seeking solutions, following through with appropriate experiments, and implementing strong computer skills.