Analytical Scientist II

Job Title: Analytical Scientist II
Location: Ridgefield, CT
Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Overview

Global pharma company looking to hire an experienced Analytical Scientist II to join their growing team. Must bring minimum of a BS Degree and 4 years of experience as well as be well versed in Analytical Chemistry techniques and instruments such as buffers, mobile phases, multi-component formulation preparation, and traditional chromatography methods.

Responsibilities

• Execute lab work at a high level for new therapeutic modalities (e.g., peptides, oligonucleotides, virus, antibodies, non-viral delivery systems, etc.).
• Lead in implementing experimental studies to build product and process knowledge.
• Initiates and completes routine laboratory procedures in an independent and efficient manner; Troubleshoots equipment and experiments effectively and solves scientific problems independently; Operates lab equipment and is responsible for maintenance.
• Designs and executes non-routine experiments with minimal supervision.
• Contributes to lab organization, reagent tracking and other tasks as determined appropriate
• Independently presents scientific findings in project team or Department meetings
• Actively participates in cross-functional teams/initiatives
• Independently writes protocols, SOPs, technical reports in accordance with company policies
• Independently applies basic scientific principles and technology.
• Performs literature searches and keeps abreast of relevant literature.
• Collects, treats and reports data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Write protocols, procedures, and technical documents. Provide input to others for scientific reports.
• Understand appropriate regulations and legal requirements as well as client policies and procedures as relevant to areas of expertise; Apply knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices, manage risk, and maximize opportunities for projects to succeed.

• Master’s Degree with 4 years experience in a related field or Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years experience in a related field.
• Experience with wet chemistry preparation methods. Buffers, mobile phases, multi-component formulation preparation.
• Experience with traditional chromatography methods such as all modes of HPLC, Field Flow Fractionation (FFF/AF4), SEC, etc.
• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, interpret and report technical data.
• Experience with NMR spectroscopy analysis is a plus
• Experience with sub-micron particle sizing methodologies such as DLS or Flow Cam is a plus
• Experience with fluorescent labelling, microscopy and/or image analysis is a plus
• Experience with biophysical testing; DNA/RNA isolation, electrophoresis, PCR, etc. is a plus

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.