Pharma Biochemist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to partner in the global effort to improve lives through innovative science with an experienced workforce. We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay (with relocation package when applicable), attractive benefits, and an exciting work environment. We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

• Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.
• Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.
• Good: We act ethically and morally.
• Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.
• Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.
• Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for an Analytical Chemist in a pharmaceutical research lab setting.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Designing, developing, and optimizing plate-based enzymatic assays for a wide range of targets to support research and development.
• Implementing robust assay protocols to evaluate enzyme activity, specificity, and inhibitor screening.
  
• Assisting in the development and optimization of bioconjugates stability assays and linker-payload release methods. Conducting linker-payload enzymatic release studies to evaluate the specificity of payload release.
• Preparing and maintaining reagents, buffers, and other laboratory supplies required for assays.
• Participating in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities related to assay performance.
• Working closely with discovery team members to ensure timely and accurate completion of projects.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• BS- Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related fields with 3 years of industrial experience, preferably in pharmaceuticals.  MS-Biochemistry or related field with 1 years of industrial experience will also be considered.
  • Experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, mass spectrometry, and ELISA desired.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• Works well both within a team and as an individual.
• Demonstration of excellent team player and collaboration skills, very strong attention to detail, very strong problem-solving skills, a high level of learning agility, and the ability to work across functions.  The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000