ASO Scientist

This scientist will work in our oligonucleotide development laboratories located in Cambridge Massachusetts. The responsibilities include oligonucleotide synthesis process development characterization and scale-up to support the development and production of drug candidates. The individual will explore novel ideas to improve the oligonucleotide synthesis process for superior consistency or productivity. The position also involves developing synthesis processes of non-platform oligonucleotides.  The ability to design perform and record experiment procedures and data interpret data and write development reports is critical.

Main job responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with development teams to design and conduct laboratory experiments to optimize and/or characterize the synthesis processes of oligonucleotides with an emphasis on improvement in process robustness and productivity and control of impurities.
• Record the experimental procedures and data accurately.
• Communicate research results effectively by writing research reports and presenting data in team meetings.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree in a Scientific Discipline required and 3 years of experience OR
• Masters Degree in a Scientific Discipline required and 1 years of experience
• Experience working with LC/MS is required 
• Areas of specialization reside in the fields of synthetic organic chemistry with excellent synthetic skills and a deep understanding of reactivity and reaction mechanisms. 
• Must have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment and effectively communicate in written and oral forms.
• The individual must be self-driven an independent thinker vigorous and thorough in conducting experiments collecting and interpreting data drawing conclusions and making recommendations.
• Experience in nucleoside chemistry or oligonucleotide synthesis is preferred but not required.

Additional Information :

The position is full-time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Cambridge MA are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Eligibility for yearly goal-based bonus & merit-based increases
• Compensation: $34.00 to $38.00 per hour based on education and related experience:

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time