Sr. Associate Scientist - Analytical Che

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Your Role:

EMD Serono in Billerica, MA is seeking a Sr. Associate Scientist - Analytical Chemistry to add to their Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Group (DDTech).

Responsibilities:

* Assist in the upstream and downstream analysis of chemically modified oligonucleotides

* LCMS-interpretation of oligonucleotide characterization like peak interpretation and purity analysis

* Prepare samples, buffers, mobile phase and reagents for routine analysis
* Assist in the physicochemical experiments (thermal denaturing) Tm experiment of oligonucleotides
* Assist in the operation of Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) system; learn and work on the system
* Support analytical method development, optimization and troubleshooting
* Maintain a report on experimental procedures and findings in electronic lab notebooks
* Use of pH meter, Nanodrop to record data

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry or other Engineering or Life Science discipline
* 2+ years of experience in oligonucleotide field
OR

* Master's Degree Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry or other Engineering or Life Science discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience with HPLC/UPLC and LCMS-based analytical methods and instruments
* Hands-on experience with oligonucleotides like ASO's and siRNAs
* Familiarity with software including Waters Empower, Mass Hunter, and UNIFI
* Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment
* Strong interpersonal skills, communication, and collaboration

Pay Range for this position: $95,900 - $143,800

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