R&D Chemist I/II (Peptide/Protein)

Company: Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company
Location: Harbor City
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Yoh is seeking an experienced --R&D Chemist to join our rapidly growing Biotech Client based near Long Beach, CA. --You would be responsible for synthesis and cleavage of GMP grade peptides under GMP regulations. --Experience performing peptide and/or protein synthesis in a GMP environment is required. --

See below for complete job responsibilities and requirements. If after reviewing, you are interested in learning more about this, or other opportunities within the Biotech Industry, --please apply with your updated resume ASAP. --

Title: --R&D Chemist --
Compensation: --Competitive base salary + annual bonus --
Location: near Long Beach, CA
Type: --Direct Hire/Full Time

Job --Summary:

As part of the R&D and Process Development Group, you will be responsible --for synthesis and cleavage of GMP grade peptides under GMP regulations. This work encompasses small to medium scale solid-phase peptide synthesis and TFA cleavage to generate crude peptide products for further purification processing.

Responsibilities:

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• Perform solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) and cleavage/crude peptide isolation steps with direction from Supervisor
  
• Follow written procedures such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Batch Production Records (BPR)
  
• Comply with SOP--------s in all aspects of the work and follow GMP regulations
  
• Document accurately synthesis and cleavage conditions and yields in the Batch Production Records -- (BPR)
  
• Work in close cooperation with Purification colleagues to meet project commitments with regard to deliverable timelines, quantity, and quality
  
• Constantly monitor and improve practices by learning from past projects
  
• Ensure that all laboratory safety and housekeeping standards are met
  
  
  Requirements:
  
  
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  • Bachelor--------s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Bioengineering with 1-3 years of relative work experience --or
    
  • Master--------s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Bioengineering
    
  • Hands-on experience in chemical synthesis in a GMP environment
    
  • Knowledge of GMP regulations and ICH guidelines
    
  • Hands-on laboratory experience (academic acceptable, industry preferred) in protein or peptide chemistry
    
  • Good laboratory notebook and data organization skills
    
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    
  • Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
    
  • Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
    
  • Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
    
  • Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
    
  • Ability to work independently and manage one--------s time
    
  • Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment
    
    
    Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, 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. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.PandoLogic. Keywords: Chemist, Location: Harbor City, CA - 90710

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