Scientist-I (Assistant) (BioNMR)

TL;DR

Scientist-I (Assistant) (BioNMR): Support experienced BioNMR team in fragment-based NMR screening, fragment-based lead discovery, and evaluation of ligand-protein interactions with an accent on handling chemical compound libraries and preparing NMR screening/QC samples using liquid handling robotics. Focus on manipulating chemical samples for NMR and analytical methods, analyzing QC data, and documenting results in spreadsheets and databases.

Location: Rahway, NJ 07065 (onsite)

Salary: $66,900

Company

Staffing agency placing professionals in STEM roles, including temporary assignments at client sites.

What you will do

• Handle chemical compound libraries and prepare small molecule-protein NMR screening samples and QC samples using liquid handling robotics.
• Manipulate chemical samples for NMR and other analytical methods.
• Analyze QC data and document/report analytical results in spreadsheets and chemical databases.
• Support fragment-based NMR screening, lead discovery, and detailed evaluation of ligand-protein interactions.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree or equivalent in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• Excellent laboratory skills in analytical chemistry or related field.
• Experience in chemical compound handling, purification, and characterization.
• Ability to work on different projects in parallel.
• Background in analytical chemistry using NMR (advantage).
• Strong team work, communication skills, and ability to learn/implement new methods in multidisciplinary environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Temporary assignments 13+ weeks include major medical, dental, vision, 401k, and statutory sick pay where required.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, including fair chance hiring.
• Participation in E-Verify program as required by law.