Sr Scientist

Overview

Waters Corporation is seeking a Materials Scientist to help advance biotherapeutics through the research and development of new chemical tools that facilitate the characterization and quantitation of biological molecules.  This is an exciting opportunity to join our Bioseparations Portfolio in the Chemistry & Lab Automation Business Unit and develop new chromatographic stationary phase materials.  In this Senior Scientist position, you will work with a diverse team of scientists and engineers across the organization, apply yourself as a highly influential individual contributor, and have a major impact on the world’s newest therapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new inorganic, polymeric, and hybrid materials for diverse chromatographic applications.   
• Functionalize silica and polymer-based materials for the characterization and quantitation of biological molecules.
• Conduct site-specific modification of constructs to allow orientation directed conjugation.
• Collaborate with engineers, analytical scientists, and manufacturing teams to ensure product performance requirements and meet development timelines.  
• Monitor scientific advancements and industry trends; identify and pursue intellectual property opportunities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and rigorous documentation practices.
• Comply with environment, safety, health, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline with 1 or more years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience, including project leadership.
• Expertise in biomolecular interactions, such as the protein-protein interactions or biomolecule-to-surface interactions is desired.
• Experience with different solid surface bioconjugation approaches and the quantification of biomolecules immobilized to solid surface.
• Knowledge of liquid chromatography principles and material characterization.
• Knowledge in the areas of bioprocessing, biomolecular interactions, recombinant engineering, protein expression, site specific protein modification, and biomolecular characterization approaches is a plus.
• Ability to work independently following high level guidance and the ability to set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines.
• Willingness to learn different techniques, have a positive attitude and an innate collaborative spirit
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.