Pharmaceutical Research Associate
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, a nationally recognized laboratory, is searching for a Pharmaceutical Research Associate to support our Professional Scientific Staffing group in South San Francisco, CA.
Pharmaceutical Research Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Basic understanding of GMP and GLP procedures.
- Fundamental knowledge of proteins and antibodies; specific experience with protein formulation a plus.
- Data analysis (in Excel, Matlab, Jmp or other programs).
- General wet lab skills including protein chromatographic characterization (SEC, IEC, RP), UV-visible spectroscopy and colorimetric assays .
- Perform analysis of samples with a variety of biochemical and biophysical assays including HPLC, ELSD, icIEF, sub-visible particle counting, osmolality, capillary electrophoresis sodium dodecyl sulfate (CE-SDS).
- Prepare data for presentation and assist in generating technical reports, and interact with other groups within the department.
- Perform review and peer review of analytical data.
- Troubleshoot method and instrumentation problems as needed.
- Initiate and perform investigations and development as needed.
- Develop and execute validation plans as needed.
The ideal candidate would possess :
- Strong organizational, scientific, computational, communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organized, team oriented, dependable, self-starter.
- Knowledge of protein biochemistry is required.
- Ability to conduct process characterization/process validation (PC/PV) experiments and pre-robustness and assay qualification studies.
- Basic to advance analytical knowledge in characterizing proteins with HPLC-based chromatographic techniques, electrophoresis methods, spectroscopy, and other biophysical characterization techniques.
- Clinical lab experience and GMP/GLP knowledge a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptable and with a positive attitude.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, attention to detail, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
Basic Minimum Qualifications :
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in biochemistry, chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, or other related degree concentration, with 1-2 years of industrial experience or 1-2 years of academic research experience.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of South San Francisco, California are encouraged to apply.