Job Description

Agilent Technologies Nucleic Acids Solutions Division is looking to add a Research Associate to their Analytical Services team in the Development department at their contract Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing facility, located in Boulder, Colorado, that specializes in oligonucleotide chemistries.

As a Research Associate on the Analytical Services team, you will be responsible for executing analytical techniques for method validation to support API manufacturing, method development as necessary, and for sample analysis support for process validation as necessary.  

Responsibilities:

Design and conduct laboratory scale experiments using analytical instrument platforms such as HPLC, UHPLC, HPLC-MS, ICP-MS, IC, GC, GC-MS, UV, and Karl Fischer

Author method validation protocols and reports with adherence to ICH guidelines and internal Agilent standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Design and safely conduct laboratory scale experiments using current best practices and regulatory guidance for API testing

Properly record and summarize experiments in notebooks and reports, and construct research summaries to present to internal teams

Maintain process compliance integrity by adhering to SOPs and current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) as appropriate 

Operate laboratory equipment/instrumentation by following operating instructions, troubleshooting instrumentation and method issues, and performing routine preventative maintenance  

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related applied sciences field

1+ years relevant experience in following SOPs for analytical method execution such as HPLC, UHPLC, HPLC-MS, ICP-MS, IC, GC, GC-MS, UV, and Karl Fischer is highly desired

Knowledge of analytical test methods used in the testing of oligonucleotide API or related molecules, and regulatory guidance for method validation, is highly desired

Ability to work with interdisciplinary project teams, understand project requirements, and follow project timelines

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The US pay range for this full-time position is $66,400.00 - $103,750.00/yr, plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum new hire pay for the position across the relevant US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Additional details are available at:  https://careers.agilent.com/locations/americas/united-states/

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least November 12, 2024 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $66,400.00 - $103,750.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required: Occasional

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: R&D