Job Description
Job Description
R&D Partners is seeking to hire an Oligonucleotide Scientist II in South San Francisco, CA.
Your main responsibilities as an Oligonucleotide Scientist II:
· The candidate will work in an oligonucleotide therapeutic drug discovery research lab and interface across different therapeutic areas, including neuroscience, immunology and oncology, to help build a comprehensive therapeutic discovery strategy.
· Good understanding and also troubleshooting experience in oligonucleotide synthesis, impurity profiling is a plus.
· Collaborate with other scientists to maintain common lab equipment such as oligo synthesizers, HPLC and desalting units.
· Perform literature reviews, propose, and execute nucleic acid chemistry plans, coordinate chemistry and biology data to support oligonucleotide compoundprogression.
· Establish methods for scaled-up synthesis of lead molecules and coordinate material delivery for preclinical studies.
What we are looking for in an Oligonucleotide Scientist II:
· The candidate must have hands-on experience in oligonucleotide synthesis using automated oligo synthesizers, novel nucleic acid chemistry, oligonucleotide purification and characterization using HPLC and mass spectrometry.
· The qualified individual will possess a BS/MS in Organic Chemistry or related discipline.
· The pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience in research and development of RNAi therapeutics is preferred.
· A good understanding of nucleic acid therapeutic modalities, modification chemistries, sequence selection, and mechanism of action is preferred.
· Relevant experience in oligonucleotide therapeutics, large molecule drug discovery, oligonucleotide delivery or bio-conjugation is desirable.
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
Pay Scale:
$68,224– $95,333 Dependent on Experience)
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
Company DescriptionR&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL.
The cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team.
Our life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.
Company Description
R&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL.\r\n\r\nThe cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team.\r\n\r\nOur life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.