Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Back to Results

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Parexel

Scientist III - Peptide Synthesis Discovery Chemistry - FSP

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: 23 locations (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/20/2026

Choose a Location

This role is available in multiple locations. Pick one to apply.

Job Description

We are looking to fill a

Scientist 3
position working as
a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on assignment
onsite at one of our clients located in
Rahway, NJ.
This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off.
This position does not offer sponsorship

Qualifications
+ BS degree with 3-5 years of experience + MS degree with 1-2 years of experience
Required Skills and Experience
+ Broad and strong understanding of synthetic organic chemistry, including significant hands-on experience in conducting organic chemistry research in a laboratory environment, and executing chemical reactions at various scales + In depth understanding of and extensive experience with analytical and liquid handling instrumentation; analytical instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, HPLC (analytical and prep), UPLC, LC-MS, UV, CD, and NMR spectroscopy.

Required techniques:

HPLC, LC-MS

Desired Skills and Experience
+ Hands-on experience in solid phase peptide synthesis, purification, analysis, and handling; experience using state-of-the-art peptide automated synthesizers
Responsibilities
+ Under direction and guidance of the scientific supervisor or more senior group members: Execute any aspects (synthesis, workup, purification, analysis) of routine peptide preparations in a range of scales and demonstrate flexibility and rapid pace in moving across this space + Perform high-quality research and execute tasks on assigned research problems contributing to the attainment of defined research objectives.

+ The assignment encompasses a broad range of complexities and program impact, requiring creativity in seeking solutions, following through with appropriate experiments, and implementing strong computer skills.

About Parexel
Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group.

We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies. For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!
\#LI-DK1EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Sick Leave
Dental Insurance
401(k) Plans

Career Insights for Analytical Chemist

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on West Virginia data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

An Analytical Chemist studies the chemical components of materials in a mixture or sample, to identify the components and quantify them. May work to develop new pharmaceutical products or provide quality control or toxicology testing for products.

$76,633 / year median in West Virginia

+4% projected growth

Explore Career