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Sr. Associate Scientist

YOH Services LLC
401(k), employee discount
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
Feb 10, 2025
Sr. Associate Scientist Category: Life Science Employment Type: Contract To Hire Reference: BH-382317-1 Senior Associate Chemist External ID: 2025-8913 Cambridge, MA- ONSITE 8 month W2 contract (with potential to transition to perm) Pay rate: 45-50/hr - Depending on Education and Experience Summary: Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM or 9 AM to 6 PM (flexible schedule with 1 hour lunch) Top Skills: Chemistry focused, purification, HPLC, chromatography, analytical chromatography, LCMS and experience with small molecules *Candidates should a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field (biochem, molecular biology) and have a minimum of 2 + years' experience working in a laboratory. Responsibilities: Hands-on lab support and process development for the chemical synthesis and downstream processing of oligonucleotide-based drug substance Synthesis of oligonucleotides up to 11 mmol scale Downstream processing of oligonucleotides including prep-HPLC, Ultrafiltration, annealing, concentration and Lyophilization In process analytical testing including AX-HPLC, IPRP-HPLC, LCMS, UV-vis Technical support for optimization of contract manufacturing processes Skills or Requirements: Basic understanding of analytical techniques (pH, osmolality, conductivity measurement, HPLC, LC-MS etc.). Related hands-on experience is preferred. Knowledge of oligonucleotide manufacture process including phosphoramidite chemistry, chromatography, ultrafiltration etc. is a plus. Experience in record-keeping and excellent laboratory documentation practice, are required. Strong commitment to high laboratory and scientific standard; ability to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly laboratory work environment; assist in routine lab and equipment maintenance. Good communication skills are a must for this position. The successful candidate must be a responsible and proactive individual who is able to work as a team player in a highly dynamic environment with aggressive timelines. Education: BS in Chemistry with 2+ years lab experience, preferably in an industrial setting. What's In It For You? We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits 401K Retirement Saving Plan Life & Disability Insurance Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll Employee Discount Programs Referral Bonus Programs Estimated Min Rate: $33.60 Estimated Max Rate: $48.00 Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities** to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.