Research Scientist F/M

The company

Would you like to be part of an exciting journey that combines growth, innovation, and health?

In an environment that merges the strength of a cutting-edge industry with the agility of a start-up?

Join us!

A pioneer in the bacterial fermentation of hyaluronic acid, HTL Biotechnology is now the global leader in the development and sustainable production of innovative pharmaceutical-grade biopolymers.

Our mission is to unlock the potential of biopolymers to improve health, quality of life, and well-being for patients around the world.

By 2030, our biopolymers will benefit more than 500 million patients suffering from eye diseases, rheumatologic conditions, and skin aging.

HTL Biotechnology is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about HTL Biotechnology: https://htlbiotech.com/

Post description

Conduct and lead routine analytical characterization and the development of analytical methods to enable the analysis of biomolecules and impurities in the lab. Design scientific studies with clear goals and deliverables. Summarize and present scientific results and recommendations internally and externally. Work closely with the Cell Engineering, Process Engineering, and Bioprocessing teams to facilitate and enable R&D development of protein and biopolymers processes. Draft SOPs and research reports as required. Maintain instruments, communicate with equipment vendors, and specify equipment needs.

Profile required

• PhD in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or similar field and two years of industry experience analyzing proteins, peptides, polysaccharides, and small molecules.
• Alternatively, a master's degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or similar field and five years of industry experience analyzing proteins, peptides, polysaccharides, and small molecules.
• Experience with operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Liquid Chromatography (Reverse Phase, SEC), GC, and mass spectrometry instruments.
• Experience with Agilent instruments and software.
• Experience developing plate-based high-throughput assay and enzymatic study.
• Familiarity with the entire metabolomics or proteomics pipeline (including sample preparation, LC/GC and MS operation, data analysis).
• Experience with multiple sample preparation techniques.
• Working knowledge of bioanalytical techniques (SDS PAGE, Western blotting, SEC, CD, or DSC).

What we offer: 

We believe in investing in our employees’ wellbeing and professional growth at HTL Biotechnology and are pleased to offer comprehensive benefits for the total health of our organization including:

• Competitive compensation, including Bonus program
• Retirement planning
• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
• Collaborative, transparent, and inclusive culture and activities
• Winter Break (Company observed reset and recharge, final week of the year)

Details of these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

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