Sr. Scientist (Synthetic Chemistry) Hongene Biotech Corporation Union City, CA Job Details Full-time From $115,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Laboratory instruments Safety regulations Doctoral degree in life sciences Chemical separation processes Laboratory sample purification Doctor of Philosophy Desktop applications Chemistry Productivity software Full Job Description Job description: We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with background in organic chemistry with emphasis on nucleoside and nucleotide and experience in related analytical techniques and modern instrumentation. The scientist will work closely with other group members and play an important role in the development processes to support therapeutic and diagnostic clients.

Responsibilities:

Synthesize, purify and characterize modified nucleosides and nucleotides. Optimize and scale up the synthesis and transfer procedures to manufacturing group. Keep good records of experimental procedures and analytical data. Maintain the chemistry laboratory space in compliance with safety regulations.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. with 2+ years of industrial experience. Proficient in synthetic organic chemistry with nucleosides and nucleotides, and experienced in normal and reverse phase purification methods. Proven ability to execute multi-step organic syntheses independently. Familiar with MS Office and work-related software. Good written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in custom synthesis and conjugation to solid support is a plus. Understanding of phosphoramidite chemistry is beneficial. Experience in technology transfer to manufacturing is desirable.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person