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Mindlance
Scientist II
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What they do
A Pharmacology Research Scientist performs scientific research with the aim of discovering new solutions or improving existing ones within the field of use and effects of drugs.
$139,964 / year median in Massachusetts
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Scientist II#26-21532
Worcester, MA
Hybrid Job Description Key Responsibilities:
- Perform in-depth LC-MS based characterization of therapeutic biologic molecules and their post-translational modifications.
- Conduct liquid chromatography-based characterization of biologic drug candidates (size exclusion, ion exchange, and reverse phase).
- Execute experimental protocols, collect results, and perform data analysis carefully and independently.
- Maintain excellent documentation of work including electronic lab notebook and protocols.
- Prepare and deliver concise scientific presentations of experimental results.
- Oversee maintenance of key laboratory equipment and routine laboratory operations.
- Build strong relationships with other team members and across groups.
- Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, and documentation compliance.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry (or equivalent, e.g., Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences) with 3-5 (BS) or 1-2 years (MS), or Ph.D. with 0+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience.
- Hands-on experience with protein mass-spectrometry (subunit analysis, peptide mapping, disulfide mapping) and data processing is required.
- Experience with liquid chromatography methods commonly used for characterization of biologic proteins is required.
- Experience with liquid handling robots and their programming would be highly beneficial.
- Demonstrated track record of independent thinking, creativity, and scientific accomplishment.
- Highly responsible and self-motivated. Skills to plan and conduct experiments with high quality and timely deliverables. Able to perform data analysis using MS Excel & GraphPad.
- Team player with excellent collaboration and communication skills.