Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Research Associate l for an Onsite position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in South San Francisco, CA. This is a 36-month contract opportunity and requires you to work a Monday - Friday and 9 AM to 5:30 PM PT schedule. This role will join the Synthetic Molecule Analytical Chemistry Department and focus on the characterization of synthetic molecule drug substances. The successful candidate will develop HPLC methods, conduct testing, and troubleshoot technical problems in a multi-functional environment supporting drug discovery, discovery pharmaceutics and process chemistry.
Responsibilities: - Characterization of synthetic molecule drug substance, including small molecules, peptides and oligonucleotides, and delivery systems
- Method development, execution of analytical methods, and new technology evaluation
- Develop chiral and achiral HPLC methods
- Conduct testing, document studies in notebooks, summarize and interpret data
- Troubleshoot technical problems
- Utilize state-of-the-art technology including UHPLC-MS, multidimensional HPLC, KF, UV, and CAD
Requirements: - BS/MS in a relevant scientific discipline (chemistry, pharmaceutics or chemical engineering preferred)
- 0 to 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry is strongly preferred
- Good knowledge of analytical chemistry
- Practical experience in chromatography (HPLC and data handling/reporting)
- Good problem solving and communication skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Good organizational skills
- Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
Desired skills: - Knowledge of pharmaceutics, solid state characterization, and drug discovery
Pay range: $19.89 - $51.54 per hour
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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