Asimov
Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist, Analytical Development (Contractor)
Boston, MA · Senior · Contract
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About the role
- Execute routine PQ analytical delivery for CLD programs, including sample preparation, small-scale Protein A purification, and HPLC/UPLC- and capillary electrophoresis-based assays, meeting delivery timelines and data-quality benchmarks.
- This role is a full-time, 6-month contract with the potential for extension or conversion to a permanent position based on business needs and performance.
Responsibilities
- Manage high-throughput processing of CLD and screening samples in 96-well format, including system suitability checks, reference standard handling, and use of automated liquid handling where available.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to communicate analytical results and insights clearly. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of results and proactive communication with stakeholders.
- Drive continuous process and technical improvements, including SOPs and technical reports, while maintaining accurate laboratory notebooks and electronic records, adhering to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and safety protocols.
Requirements
- The ideal candidate is meticulous, enjoys high-throughput laboratory work, and communicates results clearly.
- You demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with meticulous attention to detail and superior organizational skills.
Nice to have
- You have a B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a closely related field with 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience, or an M.S. degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
- Biopharma industry experience is preferred.
- You possess hands-on expertise with plate-based assays and microplate readers (e.g., ELISA) and with HPLC/UPLC separations (e.g., SEC, HIC), along with careful small-scale sample preparation for protein analytics.
- Experience with capillary electrophoresis (CE), UV, and/or MS is a plus.
- You are comfortable working in 96-well format at high throughput, with a preference for experience in automated liquid handling (e.g., Hamilton) and high-throughput purification.
- You bring exposure to biophysical or developability characterization (thermal stability by DSF, self-association by AC-SINS, hydrophobicity by HIC, non-specific binding) or to label-free binding assays (e.g., Octet BLI).
- This is a strong plus rather than a requirement
- we will train the right candidate.
Company info
- We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Associate or Associate Scientist (Contractor) to join our Analytical Development team for a 6-month contract.
- Company culture is key to Asimov, and we believe that our mission can only be achieved by bringing together a diverse team with a mixture of backgrounds and perspectives.
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