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US Tech Solutions, Inc.

Scientist II-Bioanalysis

US Tech Solutions, Inc., South San Francisco, California, United States, 94080

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Duration: 6 months contract

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Description:

The

Quantitative, Translational ADME Sciences

(QTAS) department is seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the

Biologics bioanalysis, characterization, and proteomics

group. The main function of this position is to

develop and implement LC/MS (liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry)-based bioanalysis and in vitro characterization assays for biologics

entities. The successful candidate will be experienced in the

development, optimization and implementation and routine LC/MS-based bioanalytical methods

to support in vivo PK, TK, and PK/PD studies as well as in vitro stability characterization of therapeutic proteins, peptides, and oligonucleotides. The candidate will be responsible for sample preparation, method development, bioanalytical assay operations, data analysis, report generation, and data presentation.

Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain

LC/MS instruments

to generate high-quality experimental data. Perform

affinity purification

of

therapeutic proteins

(including but not limited to monoclonal and bispecific antibodies, antibody drug conjugates, antibody-siRNA conjugates, and fusion proteins) from biological matrices. Analyze data

and maintain detailed, accurate and comprehensive study documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks. Facilitate

assay optimization and implementation

to ensure laboratory capacity and data quality. Communicate data interpretation internally and externally.

Skills:

Highly motivated, self-driven and results-oriented with communication and presentation skills; capable of working both as a team player and individual contributor. Prior

industry experience in drug discovery/development

is preferred. In-depth understanding of

PK, TK and PK/PD studies

and corresponding

bioanalytical

assays

as well as in vitro characterization assays is highly desired. Experience on

routine LC/MS-based bioanalysis to support in vivo PK, TK, and PK/PD studies . Hands-on experience with

QQQ (SCIEX), qTOF (Agilent, Bruker, SCIEX) and/or Orbitrap (Thermo) mass spectrometers

highly desired. Hands-on experience with

automated liquid handling

systems highly desired. Hands-on experience with

oligonucleotide analysis

highly desired.

Education and experience:

BS degree in

Chemistry, Pharmacology

or other related fields with 3+ years or MS with 2+ years in a

pharmaceutical industry

setting with a focus on

mass spectrometry,

or

PhD degree .

About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.