Sr. Research Associate - Formulation & Analytical Support

Job Title: Sr. Research Associate - Formulation & Analytical Support

Location: San Rafael, CA

Type: Contract

Compensation: $40-44.00

Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Hours: 40.0

 

Overview
Leading biotechnology company looking for an experienced Sr. Research Associate. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related field with 6 years of relevant experience, or Masters degree with 4 years of relevant experience including hands on experience with analytical techniques such as UV spectroscopy, LC MS, and osmolality measurements.

Responsibilities

• Independently and collaboratively prepare, formulate, and quality check dosing solutions for a range of in vitro and in vivo studies
• Perform formulation stability studies and define appropriate short and long term storage conditions
• Support formulation strategies for oligonucleotides across different delivery and study paradigms
• Execute analytical assays to support formulation and quality assessment, including UV, LC MS, and osmolality measurements
• Perform quantitative data analysis across multiple experiments, including basic statistical and graphical analysis
• Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend corrective actions to ensure data quality and project continuity
• Develop new techniques or introduce new technologies to enhance the group's formulation and analytical capabilities
• Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory workflows and experimental approaches
• Maintain accurate and thorough laboratory notebook records in compliance with data integrity standards
• Prepare SOPs, technical reports, and documentation to support nonclinical and clinical programs, including regulatory submissions
• Present data and actively participate in group meetings, department meetings, and Early Development team meetings
• Share responsibility for laboratory management duties, including equipment readiness, inventory, and general lab organization

Requirements

• Good understanding of oligonucleotide therapeutics, formulation approaches, and stability testing
• Hands on experience with analytical techniques such as UV spectroscopy, LC MS, and osmolality measurements
• Ability to perform quantitative analysis across studies with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within cross functional teams
• Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail
• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related field with 6 years of relevant experience, or
• Masters degree with 4 years of relevant experience

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.