Scientist II or III - Automation Scientist

We are looking to fill a position for a Scientist working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term 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 any sponsorship.

Qualifications

• MS or BS degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, biochemical engineering, or related applied science field

  • Scientist 2, BS with 1-2 years of relevant experience; MS with no experience

  • Scientist 3, BS with 3-5 years of relevant experience; MS with 1-2 years of experience

Required Skills and Experience

• Previous laboratory experience of not less than one year

• Understanding of organic chemistry or materials characterization to enable implementation of chemical process development using automation platforms

• Experience with chemical handling

• Experience with wet chemistry techniques

• Hands-on experience with using/maintaining HPLC/UPLC/MS systems (highly preferred)

• Organization and management of shared laboratory spaces

• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills

• A high degree of self-motivation and a drive for continuous improvement

• Very strong observational and problem-solving skills

• Strong collaboration skills

Desired Skills and Experience

• Prior experience with robotic or automation platforms in a laboratory setting (highly preferred)

• Ideal candidate has aptitude or desire to learn programming of various robotic platforms and use that skill set to help solve complex chemical problems

• Experience with high throughput experimentation and analysis

• Programming experience in any language desired (e.g. Python, C++)

• Mechanically inclined with an aptitude for trouble shooting

Responsibilities

• Executing automation workflows for liquid-liquid extraction and reaction screening activities as well as solid-dispensing.

• Execute robotic workflow for high throughput execution and analysis

• Maintaining the lab space (stocking lab supplies, ensuring a tidy working area, maintaining waste containers)

• Assist in the development and implementation of automation platforms for small molecule process research and development.

  • These platforms include high throughput offerings from Tecan, Chemspeed and Unchained Labs, as well as more medium-throughput platforms from AmigoChem, Technobis, Mettler Toledo Quantos, and similar.

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.

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