Research Associate II, Conjugation Chemistry

Research Associate II

We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate II candidates to join our Discovery Chemistry department in the areas of Conjugation Chemistry and Oligonucleotide Chemistry. This role will be expected to be an active participant and participate in experimental design and planning.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and promote a workplace culture that values diversity of thought, promote integrity and create an atmosphere that supports coaching and fosters accountability.
• Carry out assigned laboratory functions applying knowledge and skill in an accurate, timely manner.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with critical collaborative partners throughout the company.
• Synthesis, characterization, and purification of novel oligonucleotide conjugates
• Track progress against project timelines, generate regular status updates, and communicate progress and issues with team members.
• Identify critical issues/steps in conjugation and solve problems in a timely fashion.
• Reviews and recommend updates for departmental SOPs, may draft updates to SOPs depending on experience and level.
• Manage and maintain equipment, reagents and dedicated laboratory environment needed to carry out assignments; Troubleshoot and solve equipment/technical problems.
• Contribute to the preparation of research reports and presentations for internal project teams, leadership team, and external audience.
• Execute daily laboratory operations with an approach designed to minimize risks and hazard waste streams.
• Maintain all appropriate corporate standards for lab safety and hazardous material management.
• Maintain updated and well-organized lab notebooks.
• Train and mentor entry-level staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Physical Characteristics:

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

On-Site Protocol:

Physical presence at the ADARx Pharmaceuticals worksite is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS in Chemistry or a related discipline with excellent understanding of organic and analytical chemistry.
• BA/MS with a minimum of 5 years' experience or MS with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical setting is required.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, written and verbal communication skills; and effective presentation of complex scientific data to cross-functional and senior management teams are essential for this role.
• Good working knowledge with a wide range of analytical techniques, especially RP-HPLC and LC-MS.
• Proficient in documenting experimental design, analysis, and interpretation of data.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite Products.

Required Key Attributes:

• Must be able to work independently with supervision as needed.
• Proficient at working independently as well as in cross-functional team settings
• Adaptable / Flexible - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities as well as an ability to meet day-to-day challenges with confidence and professionalism.
• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with the ability to take a hands-on approach to work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards exploring new approaches.
• Understanding of project timelines and deliverables and plans/coordinate project work accordingly with departmental, functional, and external stakeholders.

Compensation:

• This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday.
• Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Equity-based compensation
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Gym Membership
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement

Work Authorization:

• United States (Required)
• Background Check
• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Company Overview:

ADARx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (the "Company" or "ADARx") located in San Diego, is a clinical stage biotechnology company dedicated to transforming cutting-edge science into next-generation RNA therapeutics to treat a broad spectrum of diseases. Our goal is to control the expression of specific disease drivers with highly selective RNA targeted therapies, delivering life-changing treatments for patients with urgent unmet medical needs.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.