Senior Associate, Scientific Lab HPLC - (JP9677)

3 Key Consulting•Thousand Oaks, CA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

3 Key Consulting is hiring a Senior Associate for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company. The role involves performing testing and data review for various chromatography and characterization techniques, executing method development and qualification studies, and generating documentation. The ideal candidate will be a high-energy individual who can multitask in a fast-paced environment, operate specialized laboratory equipment, and complete training on assigned tasks. This position requires interaction with multiple functional areas in a highly matrixed team environment.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Physical, Life Sciences or related technical discipline
1-3 years experience performing analytical testing
HPLC experience
Analytical Method Development experiences
Interpersonal skills: Communication, team player

Nice To Haves

Experience executing analytical test methods in one or more of the following areas: HPLC/UHPLC (high and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography), IEX (ion exchange chromatography), SEC (size exclusion chromatography), CE (capillary electrophoresis), glycan mapping, peptide mapping, and mass spectrometry
Understanding and application of principles, concepts, theories and standards of GMP QC microbiology laboratories and deepens technical knowledge through exposure and continuous learning
Knowledge of related regulatory/industry considerations, compliance issues and/or scientific discovery
Practical experience with protein chemistry, theoretical knowledge of protein chemistry
Experience with operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation related to analytical testing
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients, self motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Ability to address client questions independently with sound scientific judgements on the work they reported to the clients

Responsibilities

Obtain assignment and follow scientific direction of client staff, flag issues and seek guidance appropriately
Perform testing and data review for HPLC/UHPLC (high and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography), IEX (ion exchange), SEC (size-exclusion chromatography), CE (capillary electrophoresis), glycan mapping, peptide mapping, and mass spectrometry
Execute method development and qualification studies as well as protein characterization experiments with guidance from senior staff members
Demonstrate independence and ability to produce quality results under minimal direction
Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and laboratory notebooks
Operate specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation
Perform general laboratory housekeeping activities
Complete training on assigned tasks
Participate in quality improvement efforts
Strive to achieve excellent client service
Comply with safety guidelines and site specific procedures which include but is not limited to, the maintenance of training records, laboratory documentation, written procedures, building monitoring systems and laboratory log books
Interact with multiple functional areas in a highly matrixed-team environment, which may include Manufacturing, Process Development, IS, Facilities, Engineering, and Quality Control
Follow the direction of experienced staff in pivotal AS group to plan and execute experiments supporting method development and product characterization
Author technical reports (method development reports, technical assessment)
Communicate to team on progress of experiments via meetings (both in person or via Webex or Skype meetings)