Our client, a world
leader in biotechnology and gene therapy, is looking for an “Scientist
II – Oligonuleotide Synthesis” based in South San Francisco, CA.
Job Duration: Long
Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension)
Pay Rate : $53/hr on W2
Company Benefits: Medical, Dental,
Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K
We are seeking a Scientist
II to join the Nucleic Acid Design and Discovery (NADD) team. This
role focuses on oligonucleotide therapeutics discovery, supporting
RNAi-based research through synthesis, characterization, and collaboration
across therapeutic areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Design
and execute oligonucleotide synthesis and purification workflows.
- Perform
HPLC and mass spectrometry analysis for characterization and impurity
profiling.
- Support
RNAi and nucleic acid therapeutic discovery across neuroscience,
immunology, and oncology programs.
- Develop
and scale up synthesis of lead oligonucleotide candidates for preclinical
studies.
- Collaborate
with cross-functional teams to integrate chemistry and biology data.
- Maintain
and troubleshoot lab equipment (e.g., oligo synthesizers, HPLC systems).
- Conduct
literature reviews and contribute to experimental design and strategy.
Qualifications:
- BS/MS
in Organic Chemistry or related field.
- Hands-on
experience with oligonucleotide synthesis, purification, and
characterization.
- Experience
with automated oligo synthesizers, HPLC, and mass spectrometry.
- Understanding
of RNAi, nucleic acid therapeutics, and modification chemistries
preferred.
- Industry
experience in biotech/pharma R&D is a plus.
If interested, please
send us your updated resume at
hr@dawarconsulting.com
/
akansha@dawarconsulting.com