Associate Scientist

A large pharmaceutical company is seeking a highly motivated chemist with small molecule analytical and purification skills to work in our laboratories to advance drug discovery programs toward the clinic. The Associate Scientist will support purification operations in a high‑throughput discovery environment. This role is responsible for routine operation and maintenance of HPLC/MS and SFC/MS systems, performing small‑molecule and peptide purifications, and downstream sample handling including assay ready solution preparation, and ensuring safe, organized lab operations. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail oriented, and experienced with chromatography and mass spectrometry workflows.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct daily system suitability check on analytical and preparative HPLC/MS, SFC/MS
• Perform preliminary method screening experiments, HPLC/MS and SFC/MS–based purifications of small molecules and peptides, post purification QC and downstream handling.
• Maintain instrument in good working condition and perform troubleshooting analysis and maintenance as required; coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance with service provider when needed
• Support lab operations and maintain general lab orderliness

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- Bachelor’s degree in Analytical, Synthetic, Organic, Medicinal chemistry or related chemistry degree
- Minimum of 2 years analytical chemistry or purification HPLC/SFC with mass spectrometry experience required (small molecule)
-Knowledge of modern chromatography techniques, such as HPLC or SFC with MS detector experience.

- Experience with Waters equipment with Masslynx software preferred

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.