Scientist, Polymer Chemistry - Development Chemistry (Contract)

Eyconis • Redwood City, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Eyconis is seeking a highly motivated individual to contribute to chemical process development with primary focus on (bio-)polymer modification. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory-based activities to support Eyconis’ late phase process development program. Collaborating closely with a team of scientists and engineers, the candidate will engage in reaction and process optimization, and scale-up initiatives. This position offers significant opportunities for scientific growth while contributing to the advancement of innovative, complex, and impactful drugs for patients. This is an on-site position located in Redwood City and reports to the Director, Development Chemistry.

Requirements

• PhD or master’s degree in polymer chemistry, organic chemistry or related field with 0-3 yrs experience. Level can be flexible depending on the degree and experience
• Hands-on experience and knowledge of (bio-)polymer synthesis, modification and characterization. Experience with polysaccharides is preferred.
• Experience in analytical methods for polymer characterization, such as SEC-MALS, NMR, HPLC, and rheology
• Experience working in a (bio-)polymer chemistry lab with a broad class of organic transformations.
• Ability to summarize complex data sets and draw appropriate conclusions
• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills, and attention to details
• Is curious, observant, detail oriented, and practices good record keeping

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cGMP / ICH guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret reaction/process optimization, scale-up, and other experimental development studies
• Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret analytical methods in support of development chemistry activities and priorities
• Document experimental results in an ELN and write technical protocols/reports as needed
• Present data at group and cross-functional team meetings
• Identify and propose solutions to laboratory problems
• Keep current with developments in the field of (bio-)polymer, and polymer analytical chemistry
• Support general laboratory operations by coordinating instrument maintenance, laboratory supplies, and adherence to safety protocols
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support program goals and milestones

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level