Senior Scientist

TL;DR

Senior Scientist: Leading analytical strategy and contributing to the development and production of high-quality modified Oligonucleotides with an accent on downstream processing modalities including purification, analysis, and characterisation. Focus on driving method development, troubleshooting, and ensuring rigorous documentation within nucleic acid chemistry.

Location: Southampton

Company

hirify.global is a global supplier and solutions partner focused on separation and purification technologies for drug discovery and development and analytical testing, aiming to efficiently support the advancement and protection of human health.

What you will do

• Lead and oversee downstream workflows, supporting purification, analysis, and characterisation of oligonucleotides.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies in nucleic acid chemistry.
• Drive method development and troubleshooting with purification techniques.
• Ensure rigorous documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across the organisation.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry and/or related discipline.
• Strong background in purification and downstream processing techniques including HPLC, UPLC-MS, SDS-PAGE.
• Self-starter with the ability to lead projects which require troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Detail-orientated, strong communicator who can work under pressure in a fast-changing environment.

Nice to have

• Proven hands-on experience working with oligonucleotides/peptides in academia or industry.
• Experience of UF/DF and TFF.
• Experience working in ISO/GMP regulated environments.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (6% employer contribution) and Life Assurance (x4 salary).
• Flexible working hours.
• Employer Assistance Programme with 24/7 remote GP service.
• Reimbursement of professional membership fees.
• Reward and recognition scheme, social events, and volunteering days.