Research Associate - Analytical Chemistry

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Merck Group is seeking a Research Associate – Analytical Chemistry to join the Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Group (DDTech) in Billerica, MA. The role focuses on upstream and downstream biochemical and bioanalytical analysis of oligonucleotides, buffer and reagent preparation for LC analysis, LCMS operation, and meticulous electronic lab notebook documentation, with data capture from pH meters and Nanodrop. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field with 2+ years in chromatographic separation, method development and structure elucidation, or a Master’s with 1+ year; at least 1 year of HPLC/UPLC and LCMS method development. Preferred: oligonucleotide experience, familiarity with Empower, Mass Hunter, UNIFI, GxP knowledge and strong collaboration skills. This is an onsite, full-time role in Billerica, no sponsorship, pay range $33-51/hour, benefits included; apply now and tailor your resume to highlight relevant techniques and data management, emphasize teamwork and curiosity, and confirm US work eligibility.

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Your Role:

EMD Serono in Billerica, MA is seeking a Research Associate – Analytical Chemistry to add to their Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Group (DDTech).

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the upstream and downstream biochemical/bioanalytical and biological analysis of oligonucleotides
• Preparation of reagents and buffers for biochemical/bioanalytical and biological experiments by measuring the weight of organic compounds and the volume of solutions
• Preparation of buffer solutions of specified molarity for Liquid Chromatography (LC) analysis of oligonucleotides
• Assist in the physicochemical experiments (thermal denaturing Tm experiment of Oligo’s oligonucleotides
• Assist in the operation of Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) system and be able to learn and work on the system
• Maintain a report of experimental procedures and findings in electronic lab notebooks
• Use of pH meter, Nanodrop to record data

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related Science field with 2+ years of experience with chromatographic separation, method development /qualification and structure elucidation expertise

OR

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related Science field with 1+ years of experience with chromatographic separation, method development /qualification and structure elucidation expertise

• 1+ years of experience with HPLC/UPLC and LCMS-based analytical method development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with oligonucleotides
• Familiarity with instrument troubleshooting and software including Empower, Mass Hunter, and UNIFI
• Knowledge of GxP requirements and application of statistical methods in the analytical laboratory
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication, and collaboration.

Pay Range for this position: $33.00 - $51.00/hour

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