Research and Development Chemist II

The Research and Development Chemist position is part of the GMP R&D and Process Development Group. This group optimizes overall processes to enable the efficient GMP production of difficult or complex peptides. They also produces small-scale amounts of GMP products. The R&D Chemist II position will be responsible for synthesis and cleavage of GMP grade peptides under GMP regulations. This work will encompass small to medium scale solid-phase peptide synthesis and TFA cleavage to generate crude peptide products for further purification processing.

Your Tasks:

• Perform solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) and cleavage/crude peptide isolation steps with direction from Supervisor
• Follow written procedures such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Batch Production Records (BPR)
• Comply with SOP's in all aspects of the work and follow GMP regulations
• Document accurately synthesis and cleavage conditions and yields in the Batch Production Records (BPR)
• Work in close cooperation with Purification colleagues to meet project commitments with regard to deliverable timelines, quantity, and quality
• Constantly monitor and improve practices by learning from past projects
• Ensure that all laboratory safety and housekeeping standards are met

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Bioengineering with 1-3 years of relative work experience or
• Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Bioengineering
• Hands-on experience in chemical synthesis in a GMP environment
• Knowledge of GMP regulations and ICH guidelines
• Hands-on laboratory experience (academic acceptable, industry preferred) in protein or peptide chemistry
• Good laboratory notebook and data organization skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
• Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
• Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Ability to work independently and manage one's time
• Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment

We Offer:

You will be part of a motivated team overseeing the entire development cycle of respective APIs. If you are looking for a new challenge and want to join a motivated team in an internationally renowned company, you should seize this opportunity.

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles