What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Analytical Scientist position at Bend Bioscience?
At Bend Bioscience, our Core Values Shape Everything We Do:
How You Will Make An Impact
- AUTHENTIC – Be vulnerable, build trust
- CURIOUS – Ask questions, be adaptable, speak up
- ACCOUNTABLE – Own it, meet commitments, communicate transparently
- COLLABORATIVE – Engage others, stay open-minded
- FLEXIBLE – Listen actively, be thoughtful, make informed decisions
- CARE – Be passionate, act with integrity
- BLAZE TRAILS – Push boundaries, challenge constraints
- EXCELLENCE – Learn, improve, create value
- FOCUS – Pay attention to details, stay determined, deliver exceptional service
How You Will Make An Impact
- Designing experiments tailored at challenging formulation attributes critical to successful formulation strategies
- Performing materials characterization using expertise in analytical characterization to inform physical, chemical, and performance attributes for a range of formulation compositions
- Running typical pharmaceutical analytical and materials science techniques for characterization (HPLC, GC, FT-IR, HPLC/UV, DSC, SEM, XRD)
- Efficiently interpreting results with a broad understanding of impact to formulation performance and robustness
- Understanding and applying basic concepts of HPLC method development in support of early formulation work
- Staying aware and current with pharmaceutical industry best practices in analytical chemistry
- Demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting ability related to routine procedures
- Independently reviewing and interpreting complex analytical methods in support of formulation screening activities and implementing them in the lab in a timely manner
- Independently documenting lab work in protocol, reports, and other required documentation
- Ensuring preparation and timely delivery of data in support of formulation and manufacturing projects.
- Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Open to candidates at all levels, from early-career professionals to seasoned experts. We welcome applicants with a range of experience in analytical techniques, material characterization, or related scientific research.
- Candidates with industry, academic, or research backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Relevant experience in analytical instrumentation, method development, or materials testing is a plus but not required for entry-level applicants.
