Senior Research Associate, Chemistry R&D

About the role

Responsibilities

• Synthesize modified nucleosides/nucleotides using a variety of synthesis techniques.
• Purify reaction products using preparative HPLC, flash chromatography, and other appropriate purification methods.
• Characterize compounds using analytical techniques including LC-MS, NMR, IR, UV/Vis, TLC, and related methods.
• Optimize reaction conditions and develop analytical methods to produce high-quality compounds that meet project requirements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed electronic laboratory notebooks and manage inventory of synthesized compounds and related materials.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data and present findings at project and departmental meetings.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of modern organic chemistry techniques in literature and in laboratory.
• Hands-on experience organic chemistry synthesis techniques including air- and moisture-sensitive reactions using Schlenk techniques and inert atmosphere conditions.
• Proficiency in operating analytical instrumentation such as HPLC and LC-MS with the ability to interpret results from data acquisition.
• Strong analytical chemistry skills using LC-MS, NMR, IR, UV/Vis, TLC, and related techniques.
• Experience in chemoenzymatic reactions is a plus.
• Strong documentation and scientific communication skills.
• Strong sense of teamwork, flexibility, and enthusiasm for advancing new technologies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Access to additional voluntary benefits, employee perks, and discount programs
• We are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and providing a strong foundation for both professional and personal success.
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO