- Salary
- $110k – $125k/yr
- Location
- Redwood City, California
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Seniority
- Entry
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Research Associate IV, Attribute Sciences
Department: 55 - ECO Process Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Redwood City, CA
Compensation: $110,000 - $125,000 / year
Description
The Research Associate IV will join the Attribute Sciences group which is part of the Technical Operations department. Successful candidates will be a part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team dedicated to supporting Codexis product development through analytical development. The individual will be working with a high performing team with day-to-day laboratory workflows and operations to help with analytical method development, validation, and transfer. The position is an on-site role located at our Redwood City facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Establishing and executing scientific experimentation plans for analytical method development with scientists on the analytical development team.
- Perform data processing, evaluation and interpretation of experimental data, drawing conclusions based on the results.
- Perform analytical testing of finished products and development samples.
- Participate in analytical activities including method development, validation, and various analytical studies.
- Present data at team and cross functional level on the current AD ongoings.
- Perform overall lab support functions including routine maintenance of analytical instruments, ordering and maintaining inventory of sample, reagents and lab supplies.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
• BS in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or Biology science or relevant scientific field with a minimum of 6 years of relevant industrial/academic experience in a laboratory environment, OR Master’s degree and 4 years of relevant industrial/academic experience in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to learn quickly, prioritize responsibilities, multi-task, think critically, and work both independently and within teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior working experience with HPLC-UV-MS, UV-Vis, ELISA and CE-SDS.
• Working knowledge and experience with good documentation practices.
Additional experience that would be valuable for this role includes:
• Knowledge of ICH Quality Guidelines related to analytical method development and validation, impurities and stability.
• General knowledge of oligonucleotide, biochemistry and enzyme science.
• Understanding of systematic study design and conception.
• Ability to learn quickly, prioritize responsibilities, multi-task, think critically, and work both independently and within teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior working experience with HPLC-UV-MS, UV-Vis, ELISA and CE-SDS.
• Working knowledge and experience with good documentation practices.
Additional experience that would be valuable for this role includes:
• Knowledge of ICH Quality Guidelines related to analytical method development and validation, impurities and stability.
• General knowledge of oligonucleotide, biochemistry and enzyme science.
• Understanding of systematic study design and conception.
Job Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401k with Company Match up to 4%
- Company Equity
- Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
- Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
- Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
- Mental Health Wellness Program
- Subsidized onsite lunch program
- Onsite Gym Facilities
- Paid Parental Leave
And More!