- We are currently seeking a research associate for the Drug Product Technologies group in Thousand Oaks, CA. A fundamental understanding of protein chemistry, formulation, and biophysical characterization is desired.
location: Newbury Park, California
job type: Contract
salary: $29.00 - 33.44 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- The successful candidate will perform experiments related to the development of formulations for therapeutic proteins, including stability testing and analytical characterization.
- The candidate will join a team of investigators using a variety of biochemical and biophysical techniques and will be involved in the design and execution of experiments.
- Responsibilities will include detailed record keeping in electronic laboratory notebooks, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of experimental data and presentation.
qualifications:
Basic qualifications:
- BS (or equivalent) degree in pharmaceutics, biochemistry, chemistry, biology or related life sciences discipline.
- A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant experience with basic laboratory skills and biophysical techniques related to protein analysis is essential.
- The applicants must be motivated, have good problem-solving skills, and an aptitude to learn and implement new techniques/skills.
- The candidate should be well organized and proficient in detailed record-keeping, have excellent written and oral communication skills, must be proficient in Microsoft office (word, excel, PowerPoint), and be capable of working efficiently in teams and independently.
- MS (or equivalent) in pharmaceutics, biochemistry, chemistry, biology or related life sciences discipline. MS (or equivalent) is not required but it is preferred.
skills: Biology, Chemistry, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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