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Scientist III - Peptide Synthesis Discovery Chemistry - FSP

Parexel

Sacramento, CAFull-timeSeen 2w ago

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Compensation
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Location
Sacramento, CA
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Parexel seeks a Scientist III to work onsite at a client location in Rahway, NJ, performing peptide synthesis and analytical chemistry tasks as a full‑time employee. The role offers full benefits, 401K, paid holidays and PTO, and does not provide sponsorship. Candidates will execute synthesis, purification, and analysis while contributing to research objectives.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Synthetic Organic ChemistryHPLCLC-MSUPLCUVCDNMR SpectroscopySolid Phase Peptide SynthesisPeptide Automated Synthesizer OperationComputer Skills

Qualifications

BS DegreeMS DegreeNo Sponsorship Offered

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

We are looking to fill a Scientist 3 position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. This position does not offer sponsorship .

Qualifications

  • BS degree with 3-5 years of experience

  • MS degree with 1-2 years of experience

Required Skills and Experience

  • Broad and strong understanding of synthetic organic chemistry, including significant hands-on experience in conducting organic chemistry research in a laboratory environment, and executing chemical reactions at various scales

  • In depth understanding of and extensive experience with analytical and liquid handling instrumentation; analytical instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, HPLC (analytical and prep), UPLC, LC-MS, UV, CD, and NMR spectroscopy. Required techniques: HPLC, LC-MS

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Hands-on experience in solid phase peptide synthesis, purification, analysis, and handling; experience using state-of-the-art peptide automated synthesizers

Responsibilities

  • Under direction and guidance of the scientific supervisor or more senior group members: Execute any aspects (synthesis, workup, purification, analysis) of routine peptide preparations in a range of scales and demonstrate flexibility and rapid pace in moving across this space

  • Perform high-quality research and execute tasks on assigned research problems contributing to the attainment of defined research objectives.

  • The assignment encompasses a broad range of complexities and program impact, requiring creativity in seeking solutions, following through with appropriate experiments, and implementing strong computer skills.

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!

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EEO Disclaimer

Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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