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Associate Scientist I (contract), Analytical Development for Characterization

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At a Glance

Location
San Carlos, California, United States
Experience
Up to 2 years
Posted
2026-02-20T18:16:34-05:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Regulatory

Requirements

BS in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry preferred, Organic / Biochemistry considered, with 0-2 years of relevant industry experience.

Experience with lab inventory chemical inventory, ensuring proper labelling, storage, and compliance with safety regulations

Ideal candidate will have a background in analytical chemistry principles and hands-on experience with modern analytical instrumentations commonly used in the analysis and characterization of drug candidates.

Candidates with other scientific disciplines may be considered based on relevant experience.

Experience in chemical and biological assays such as colorimetric/fluorometric microplate assays and HPLC.

Experience working with protein analysis – UV-Vis, CE, Bradford Assay or ELISA.

Responsibilities

Maintain an organized and efficient laboratory workspace for the team.

Primary responsibility to oversee the organization of chemical inventory, ensuring proper labelling, storage, and compliance with safety regulations.

Assist in the organization and labelling of materials stored in freezers and refrigerators, ensuring easy access, proper storage and handling of samples and materials.

Support daily lab operations, including sample inventory and sample shipment.

Assist in the collection, labelling, and preparation of samples for analysis.

Prepare reagents and solutions according to established protocols.