Research Scientist
Bachem
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $94,800 - $130,350 per year
About the role
- Execute peptide API projects, including research, validation, troubleshooting, and process optimization
- Take ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring timely, high-quality, and cost-effective execution
- Provide regular updates and communicate project progress to stakeholders
- Manage and maintain production equipment and infrastructure, including preventive maintenance
- Plan and allocate resources for efficient service order execution
- Identify and implement improvements in safety, regulatory compliance, and process efficiency
- Independently develop, optimize, and troubleshoot peptide chemistry processes
- Contribute to broader business process improvements to enhance quality and speed
- Ensure compliance with directives and regulations
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement new technologies and equipment for peptide synthesis
- Conduct research in peptide chemistry, including solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) and purification
- Train and coach team members in NCE life cycle management approaches
Requirements
- PhD in Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry (preferred) or Master's degree in Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry with at least 3 years’ experience
- 3 years+ of hands-on experience in small-scale/large-scale chemical synthesis and relevant purification techniques such as RP-HPLC and ion exchange HPLC
- Strong hands-on solution and solid-phase synthesis experience
- Experience in different analytical and preparative HPLC techniques specifically RP-HPLC and Ion exchange
- Broad understanding of new trends and emerging technologies in Organic Chemistry, specifically peptide chemistry
- Ability to work independently to design experiments and interpret results
- In-depth understanding of MS spectroscopy as applied to peptide analysis
- Understanding of general NMR principles and data interpretation
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Self-starter, ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution
- Paid vacation, personal and sick days
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
peptide chemistrysolid-phase peptide synthesischemical synthesispurification techniquesRP-HPLCion exchange HPLCMS spectroscopyNMR principlesprocess optimizationtroubleshooting
Soft Skills
communication skillsorganizational skillsmultitaskingindependenceproblem-solvingteam coachingstakeholder managementtime managementself-starteradaptability
Certifications
PhD in Organic ChemistryPhD in BiochemistryMaster's degree in Organic ChemistryMaster's degree in Biochemistry