Scientist II

Job Title: Scientist II Location: Ridgefield, CT Duration: 12 Months Job Description Execute lab work at a high level for new therapeutic modalities (e.g., peptides, oligonucleotides, virus, antibodies, non-viral delivery systems, etc.). Lead in implementing experimental studies to build product and process knowledge. Initiates and completes routine laboratory procedures in an independent and efficient manner; Troubleshoots equipment and experiments effectively and solves scientific problems independently; Operates lab equipment and is responsible for maintenance. Designs and executes non-routine experiments with minimal supervision. Contributes to lab organization, reagent tracking and other tasks as determined appropriate Independently presents scientific findings in project team or Department meetings Actively participates in cross-functional teams/initiatives Independently writes protocols, SOPs, technical reports in accordance with company policies Independently applies basic scientific principles and technology. Performs literature searches and keeps abreast of relevant literature. Collects, treats and reports data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Effectively communicates work orally and in writing. Write protocols, procedures, and technical documents. Provide input to others for scientific reports. Understand appropriate regulations and legal requirements as well as client policies and procedures as relevant to areas of expertise; Apply knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices, manage risk, and maximize opportunities for projects to succeed. Skills Experience with wet chemistry preparation methods. Buffers, mobile phases, multi-component formulation preparation. Experience with traditional chromatography methods such as all modes of HPLC, Field Flow Fractionation (FFF/AF4), SEC, etc. Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, interpret and report technical data. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills Experience with NMR spectroscopy analysis is a plus Experience with sub-micron particle sizing methodologies such as DLS or Flow Cam is a plus Experience with fluorescent labelling, microscopy and/or image analysis is a plus Experience with biophysical testing; DNA/RNA isolation, electrophoresis, PCR, etc. is a plus Education Master's Degree with 4 years experience in a related field or Bachelor's Degree with 5 years experience in a related field. #J-18808-Ljbffr eTeam