Research Associate, Analytical Chemistry

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Agilent Technologies Nucleic Acids Solutions Division is looking to add a Research Associate to their Analytical Services team in the Development department at their contract Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing facility, located in Boulder, Colorado, that specializes in oligonucleotide chemistries.

As a Research Associate on the Analytical Services team, the candidate will be responsible for executing analytical techniques for method validation to support API manufacturing, method development as necessary, and for sample analysis support for process validation as necessary.

• Design and conduct laboratory scale experiments using analytical instrument platforms such as HPLC, UHPLC, HPLC-MS, ICP-MS, IC, GC, GC-MS, UV, and Karl Fischer

• Author method validation protocols and reports with adherence to ICH guidelines and internal Agilent standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Design and safely conduct laboratory scale experiments using current best practices and regulatory guidance for API testing

• Properly record and summarize experiments in notebooks and reports, and construct research summaries to present to internal teams

• Maintain process compliance integrity by adhering to SOPs and current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) as appropriate

• Operate laboratory equipment/instrumentation by following operating instructions, troubleshooting instrumentation and method issues, and performing routine preventative maintenance

• Act as an internal lead for client programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or equivalent in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related applied sciences field

• 8+ years relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience in following SOPs for analytical method execution such as HPLC, UHPLC, HPLC-MS, ICP-MS, IC, GC, GC-MS, UV, and Karl Fischer is highly desired

• Knowledge of analytical test methods used in the testing of oligonucleotide API or related molecules, and regulatory guidance for method validation, is highly desired

• Ability to work with interdisciplinary project teams, understand project requirements, and follow project timelines

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Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least July 24, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email ... or contact +.... For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Duration: No End Date
Job Function: R&D