Research Associate II

job summary:
Exciting opportunity for a Research Associate II focused on drug / device interaction with a growing, specialty pharmaceutical company located in the south San Francisco Bay area. Excellent benefits offered! Apply today!

Job Summary:

Performs research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results. Investigates new methods and technologies for project advancement. Maintains high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.

 
location: Fremont, California
job type: Permanent
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

• Conduct research on various drug/device interactions as part of the drug delivery and device development process
• Analyze and interpret data from various product development experiments
• Exercise technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project objectives
• Maintain familiarity with current scientific literature
• Assist with experiments and literature searches supporting patent submissions
• Contribute to stability studies. Ensure reproducible and reliable results for protocols related to development of drug delivery systems
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses
• Document methods, protocols, and procedures

 
qualifications:
Education and Experience

• MS or BS in Chemistry or Chemical / Bioscience Engineering with 2-6 years of industrial/academic research experience. Candidates with strong research background in Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, or Materials Chemistry are preferred.
• Experience in Pharmaceutical / Medical Device industry preferred.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g. HPLC, DSC, TGA, XRD) a plus
• Strong academic record

Skills Required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced start-up environment on multiple projects within milestone-driven timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to collaborate well with both internal and external research and development staff
• High level of initiative, desire to contribute to company's growth and advancement
• Make detailed observations, analyze data and interpret results
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detailed notebook taking and other documentation skills

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Potentially prolonged periods standing
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be willing to travel

 
skills: HPLC, ADME, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice)

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

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