Associate Scientist I, Research (Bacterial Conjugate Vaccines)

Location: San Carlos, California, United States; onsite five days per week

Salary: $86,500–$101,000 per year

Company

Develops bacterial polysaccharide conjugate vaccines and related analytical programs.

What you will do

• Perform analytical assays to characterize proteins, polysaccharides, and polysaccharide-protein conjugates.
• Execute HPLC-SEC, RP-HPLC, SEC-MALS, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, ELISA, and colorimetric assays.
• Prepare buffers, reagents, samples, equipment, and laboratory supplies, including large-volume buffers and autoclaved materials.
• Analyze results, identify unexpected findings, report data accurately, and communicate technical issues.
• Maintain complete laboratory records in notebooks, Benchling, and other designated systems.
• Support analytical method development, qualification, troubleshooting, sample testing, and routine laboratory operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, with 0–2 years of relevant industry experience; alternatively, a master’s degree with at least 1 year of experience.
• Hands-on experience with bioanalytical techniques, including SDS-PAGE.
• Foundational understanding of analytical method development, qualification, and validation.
• Ability to independently follow established protocols, recognize unexpected results, and seek guidance when needed.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite in San Carlos five days per week.

Nice to have

• Experience with Agilent HPLC and OpenLab or ChemStation software.
• Experience with Wyatt Technology MALS and dRI detectors and ASTRA software.
• Experience working with proteins, polysaccharides, and protein-polysaccharide conjugates.
• Experience with chemical and biological colorimetric microplate assays.

Culture & Benefits

• Interdisciplinary collaboration with Research and cross-functional teams.
• Opportunities to contribute to presentations for collaborators and senior management.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Equity component included in the compensation package.