Associate Principal Scientist, Mass spectrometry/Separations, AR&D Full-time

Associate Principal Scientist

The Discovery Analytical Research group in West Point, Pennsylvania is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist position to drive innovation in analytical measurement technologies, enabling the discovery of new drug candidates across diverse modalities. Key deliverables will include the development, implementation, and execution of analytical measurement technologies that accelerate the pace of discovery research and influence molecular design. The successful candidate must be able to collaborate in a dynamic, integrated, and multidisciplinary team environment. A broad range of tools (e.g. high-resolution mass spectrometry, chromatography, spectroscopy) are leveraged, and new technologies are developed to influence selection of new drug candidates and enhance scalability and robustness.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Enable discovery partner groups with advanced analytical methods.
• Represent the discovery analytical research group in project teams, provide technical guidance, and drive scientific strategy.
• Develop, implement, and troubleshoot advanced analytical methods (e.g., high-resolution mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, ion chromatography, size exclusion chromatography, and two-dimensional techniques)
• Solve complex problems and explore new measurement technologies.
• Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, foster partnerships with discovery groups, and contribute to organizational goals.
• Support junior scientists and promote a culture of learning and innovation.
• Ensure high standards of data integrity and documentation.
• The successful candidate must be able to effectively collaborate in a fast-paced, integrated, multidisciplinary team environment.

Education Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 4+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience.
• MS in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 8+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience.
• BS in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 12+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience.

Required Experience and Skills:

· Strong background and extensive hands-on experience in separation techniques (UPLC, cIEF, CZE, SEC, HIC, IEX), hyphenated techniques (e.g. LC-MS, GC-MS) and high-resolution mass spectrometry (structure elucidation) is required.

• Demonstrated scientific ability through publications in peer reviewed journals and presentations in scientific conferences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated creativity, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver complex objectives under challenging timelines in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional interactions.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Understanding of biochemistry and organic chemistry.
• Experience with electronic laboratory notebook applications and good documentation practices.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic, innovative team. Lead impactful research and contribute to drug discovery. Opportunities for professional growth and publication.