Principal Associate Scientist

Job Title: Principal Associate Scientist Location: Cambridge, MA Duration 9+ months   Pay Range : $55.00 - $62.00/hr. on W2   Job Responsibilities: The Principal Associate Scientist will be responsible for non-GMP analytical testing using non-chromatographic [stand-alone UV assay, pH, Osmolality, moisture, thermal melting temperature determination using UV] and chromatographic [reverse phase, ion exchange] methods. The candidate will also be responsible for reporting analytical data generated in appropriate electronic notebooks; the responsibilities also include writing/reviewing protocols, reports, certificates of testing and other relevant documents. Additional responsibilities include data mining and compiling historical/relevant information. Appropriate training will be provided for oligonucleotide specific techniques; however, expertise of core instrumentation/skill set in analytical chemistry is required.   Summary of Key Responsibilities:

• Perform in-house non-GMP analytical testing using non-chromatographic [stand-alone UV assay, pH, Osmolality, moisture, thermal melting temperature determination using UV] and chromatographic [reverse phase, ion exchange] methods and document appropriately in electronic notebook.
• Generate and/or review Certificates of Testing, protocols and reports.
• Perform, compile and report results of data mining activity.
• Assist with troubleshooting on as needed basis
• Coordinate aliquoting and shipping of materials.
• Educational Qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree in a science field, preferably chemistry

  Top 3 Desires Skills/Requirements: • Timeliness and quality [Right First-Time philosophy] of analytical testing and documentation • Good organizational skills • Good collaboration and communication skills to have testing results delivered from other EAs.