Analytical Chemist

Company: Pfizer
Location: Andover
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The individual in this role will be a highly skilled, meticulous and motivated scientist who will focus on analytical characterization of mRNA and Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) formulations.
• They will work cross-functionally to design and coordinate analytical characterization, characterize and/or implement fit-for-purpose, robust, characterization methods.
• They will participate in performing biochemical and biophysical characterization (Dynamic Light Scattering, Ribogreen analysis, HPLC, cIEF, particle characterization, spectroscopy, calorimetry) of lipid nanoparticles, lipids and mRNA.
• Activities will include preparation of samples for characterization studies, performing analytical testing supporting process development and product release, including spectroscopic, chromatographic, biophysical, and molecular biology techniques.
• Additional activities will include execution and troubleshooting standard protocols, develop and adapt new protocols into practice, and query literature to incorporate additional assays as needed.EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS
  • Experience with Automated Liquid Handling systems is a plus (TECAN, Hamilton etc.)
  • The individual must maintain thorough electronic lab notebooks and documentation records and deliver reproducible and impactful results under ambitious timelines.
  • Minimum of a year of Biotech/Pharmaceutical experience focusing on Formulation/Analytical aspects of drug product development is required
  • Bachelors at least 1 year experience required
  • MS with 1 year experience is fine
  • NO PhD

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