Scientist I

Company Description

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Job Description

• This position is within the Analytical Development group. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to participate in development, qualification, and transfer, as well as release and stability testing support, of analytical methods used for characterization of protein and gene therapeutics in early stage development (Phase I/II). 

• Platforms in use include spectrophotometry, gel and capillary electrophoresis, liquid chromatography (affinity, SEC, and reversed-phase separations), and mass spectrometry for the purposes of drug substance and/or drug product lot release and stability testing. Author assay protocols and technical reports, participate in sample testing and use of LIMS, and design, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments and data in conjunction with an electronic lab notebook.

• Abilities to multitask and work independently or with a multidisciplinary team are desired. 

• This job is within a cGMP setting and requires excellent verbal and written communication

Skills:

• The successful candidate must have a strong ability to work independently and effectively, as well as handling multi-tasks spontaneously and meeting timelines efficiently and productively. 

• The preferred candidate should have a fundamental knowledge of cGMP, strong technical skills in protein analytics, and excellent compliance and organizational skills. 

• The ability to write and communicate scientific data effectively is desired.

Education:

Ph.D. degree in Protein Biochemistry or related discipline and 0 to 2 years experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry related to protein analytics.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Best Regards,

Anuj Mehta

973-967-3402