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Job Title: Post-Doctoral Scientist, Nucleic Acid Chemistry

Location: Philadelphia

Reports To: Director, Nucleic Acid Chemistry

Type: Full-Time

Company Overview:

Based in Philadelphia, Aro Biotherapeutics is a clinical stage biotechnology company dedicated to advancing transformative therapies in Inflammation and Immunological Disorders (I&I). Leveraging cutting-edge RNA technologies including siRNA, we are building a pipeline of innovative treatments designed to address unmet patient needs in I&I, while advancing products in other therapeutic areas in collaboration with partners.

Position Summary:

Aro is expanding our Nucleic Acids Chemistry team to design and synthesize novel Centyrin-oligonucleotide conjugate based therapeutics. The focus of this role would be on improving potency, reducing OTEs and creating new IP for Aro’s siRNA design. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of how to generate novel and testable oligonucleotide designs to contribute to oligonucleotide-based therapeutic discovery. The position will require hands-on laboratory work. Close collaboration with other members of the Aro team across protein engineering, chemistry and biology is essential. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to efforts that support the company’s portfolio of preclinical therapeutic candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform oligonucleotide synthesis from low milligram to gram scale
• Develop and execute clear synthetic strategies towards chemically modified oligonucleotides using state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies
• Optimize existing oligonucleotide synthetic protocols, purification, and analytical methods
• Troubleshoot oligo synthesis issues, maintain lab equipment (Mermade, LCMS, HPLC etc.) and conduct safe lab operations
• HPLC purification and LCMS analysis of synthesized siRNAs and other oligonucleotides
• Maintain up to date, high quality electronic lab notebooks, and quality CoAs
• Regularly present work to internal project teams and R&D Leadership
• Comply with laboratory safety procedures and company guidelines

Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemistry required
• Perform oligonucleotide synthesis from low milligram to gram scale
• Develop and execute clear synthetic strategies towards chemically modified oligonucleotides using state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies
• Optimize existing oligonucleotide synthetic protocols, purification, and analytical methods
• Troubleshoot oligo synthesis issues, maintain lab equipment (Mermade, LCMS, HPLC etc.) and conduct safe lab operations
• HPLC purification and LCMS analysis of synthesized siRNAs and other oligonucleotides
• Maintain up to date, high quality electronic lab notebooks, and quality CoAs
• Regularly present work to internal project teams and R&D Leadership
• Comply with laboratory safety procedures and company guidelines

Equal Opportunity Employer Disclaimer:

Aro Biotherapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Employment at Will Disclaimer:

Nothing in this job description is intended to create an employment contract. Employment with Aro Biotherapeutics is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Job ID: 410750

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Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney (3+ Years) – Biotechnology & Molecular Biology | New York, New York

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A leading intellectual property practice is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate Attorney (3+ years experience) to join its growing patent prosecution team in New York, New York. Work with innovative biotechnology and life sciences companies on complex patent portfolio strategy and prosecution.

This law firm was founded over 40 years ago to provide legal services for technology, clean tech sectors, and life sciences companies that are making world-changing innovations. They specialize in offering fast service to keep up with the rapid changes in the technology industry. Their areas of practice include intellectual property, litigation, corporate, and electronic information management. This firm has offices in California, Washington, New York, and Shanghai.

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A prominent intellectual property law practice is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate Attorney to join its expanding patent prosecution group in New York, New York. This role focuses on biotechnology and life sciences innovations, supporting cutting-edge companies developing breakthroughs in molecular biology, genetics, cellular technologies, and biotechnology.

Attorneys pursuing New York legal jobs in intellectual property will gain the opportunity to work with emerging technology and life sciences companies while managing sophisticated patent portfolios. The Patent Attorney will assist clients in protecting their intellectual property through strategic patent drafting, prosecution, and counseling.

This partner-track position provides exposure to high-growth industries including biotechnology, medtech, and AI-enabled medical innovations. The role offers hands-on involvement with patent strategy, portfolio development, and intellectual property due diligence in corporate transactions.

This opportunity is actively interviewing candidates seeking advanced New York legal jobs within biotechnology patent law and intellectual property strategy.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and oversee life sciences patent portfolios.

• Draft and prosecute patent applications involving biotechnology, molecular biology, genetics, and cellular technologies.

• Conduct prior art searches and patentability analyses.

• Perform freedom-to-operate analyses for emerging technologies.

• Draft responses to USPTO office actions and manage prosecution strategies.

• Provide intellectual property counseling to biotechnology and life sciences clients.

• Conduct IP due diligence for corporate transactions, financings, and strategic investments.

• Support patent litigation teams with technical analysis when needed.

• Participate in post-grant proceedings before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

• Mentor junior patent agents and attorneys within the practice.

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Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Patent Associate Attorney within a law firm intellectual property practice.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in a life sciences discipline, such as Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering, or related field.

• USPTO registration required as a patent practitioner.

• Experience drafting and prosecuting life sciences patent applications.

• Strong scientific understanding of biotechnology and related research fields.

• Ability to collaborate with scientists, inventors, and business teams.

• Excellent legal writing and technical communication skills.

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Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field.

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Certifications

• Registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

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Skills

• Strong analytical and research capabilities.

• Advanced patent drafting and prosecution skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong client management and relationship-building skills.

• Leadership ability to mentor junior patent professionals.

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Culture & Firm Appeal

This opportunity is with a well-established intellectual property law firm that focuses on supporting innovative companies across technology, clean technology, and life sciences industries. The firm works with organizations developing transformative technologies and provides legal strategies that help protect and commercialize cutting-edge scientific advancements.

Attorneys benefit from a collaborative and fast-paced environment where legal professionals work closely with inventors, scientists, and technology leaders. The firm emphasizes responsive service, deep technical expertise, and strong client relationships.

Professionals exploring New York legal jobs in intellectual property law will appreciate the firm's strong reputation within the innovation ecosystem and its commitment to supporting groundbreaking technology companies.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Opportunity to work with biotechnology and life sciences innovators developing breakthrough technologies.

• Exposure to cutting-edge fields including genetics, molecular biology, medtech, and biotechnology.

• Direct involvement in patent portfolio strategy and IP due diligence for corporate transactions.

• Collaborative environment with scientists, inventors, and technology entrepreneurs.

• Clear partner-track position offering long-term career growth.

• Ideal opportunity for attorneys pursuing advanced New York legal jobs in biotechnology patent law.

This position rarely opens at this level and offers the chance to build a specialized practice at the intersection of law, science, and innovation.

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Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Wellbeing programs.

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated attorney to join our legal team as Corporate Counsel/Sr. Corporate Counsel. This role will support the company’s public company reporting obligations, corporate governance processes, compliance initiatives, and contracting activities across the organization. Title and level will be determined based on experience and scope of responsibility.

This position is well-suited for a life sciences attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, clinical-stage biotech environment and enjoys partnering with cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage a broad range of legal matters in a growing organization.

The successful candidate will work closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership, partnering with teams across Finance, Investor Relations, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Technical Operations, and HR, and coordinating with external counsel as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Securities & Corporate Governance

• Assist in the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings.
• Partner with Finance and Investor Relations to support the company’s disclosure processes, planning and drafting, including for earnings releases, investor presentations, and proxy materials.
• Monitor and advise on securities law compliance, including Nasdaq listing standards, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and insider trading policies.
• Provide legal support for capital markets transactions, including equity offerings and financings common in clinical-stage biotech companies.
• Support Board of Directors and committee governance activities, including preparation of board materials and maintenance of governance documentation.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance and regulatory requirements affecting the organization.
• Partner with HR and leadership on matters including equity plans and corporate policies.

Healthcare, Data Privacy, and Corporate Compliance

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and cross-functional teams on business and compliance strategies, establishing the Compliance function as an approachable, knowledgeable, practical, and solutions-oriented business partner.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures to support the company’s corporate governance initiatives, healthcare compliance programs, and privacy framework, including the company’s code of business conduct and ethics.
• Serve as the go-to internal lead for guidance concerning compliance-related regulations, including data protection, information security, GDPR, and HIPAA, and monitor changes in healthcare compliance and data protection requirements to operationalize “fit for purpose” program updates.
• Coordinate and support the company’s privacy program activities, including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Records of Processing Activities (RoPAs), data mapping, maintenance of related documentation, and facilitation of data subject requests.
• Lead risk assessments to identify and prioritize compliance-related risks.
• Develop and deliver risk-based compliance training and guidance materials for employees across the company.
• Partner with the company’s Information Technology team to mitigate information security-related risks, including risks related to AI adoption, privacy matters, and cybersecurity incidents.

Contracting Matters

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of life sciences agreements, including:
• Clinical trial agreements
• CRO and vendor agreements
• Manufacturing and supply agreements
• Licensing and collaboration agreements
• Research and development agreements
• Technology and services agreements
• Serve as a legal partner to cross-functional teams including Clinical Development, Regulatory, Technical Operations, R&D, and G&A functions.
• Support negotiation of complex and high-impact agreements, liaise with our clinical research organizations (CROs) to manage all aspects of contracting processes for large scale clinical trials, and escalate strategic matters as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of contract templates, playbooks, and contracting best practices to improve efficiency and consistency.

Cross-Functional Legal Support

• Partner with the General Counsel and legal team on a variety of matters affecting the organization.
• Provide legal support on issues arising throughout the drug development lifecycle, including regulatory, operational, and compliance considerations.
• Coordinate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to support key legal initiatives and transactions.
• Contribute to a collaborative, business-oriented legal function that supports the company’s mission and growth.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 6+ years of legal experience, including corporate securities, compliance, and/or commercial contracting experience at a top law firm and/or public life sciences company.
• Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley, public company disclosure requirements, and stock exchange listing standards.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex life sciences or other agreements, particularly those supporting clinical development and technical operations.
• Understanding of drug development lifecycle and regulatory environment impacting biotechnology companies.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, make decisions with incomplete information, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience supporting a clinical-stage biotechnology or pharmaceutical company.
• Familiarity with clinical development operations, CRO agreements, manufacturing agreements, and licensing transactions.
• Experience supporting public company reporting and governance processes.
• Experience working in a lean legal team environment with exposure to a broad range of legal matters.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including successful execution of complex projects with multiple stakeholders and utilization of soft skills to maximize team collaboration and effectiveness.

About Upstream Bio:

Upstream Bio is a public company based in Waltham, MA. We are developing verekitug, the only known antagonist currently in development that targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP). We have advanced this highly potent monoclonal antibody into separate Phase 2 trials for the treatment of severe asthma, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Our experienced team is committed to maximizing verekitug’s unique attributes to address the substantial unmet needs for patients underserved by today’s standard of care. Learn more about us at .

Compensation

Target Salary Range: $234,000 -$286,000

*Base Compensation for this role will depend on a number of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience. Base pay is only one component of the company’s total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the company’s cash bonus and equity incentive programs. Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, etc.

Lightwave Logic: (Nasdaq: LWLG) is a publicly traded materials and device development company that is conducting cutting-edge work to commercialize its proprietary organic nonlinear polymers for a variety of electro-optic devices and pushing the state of the art in high-speed fiber-optic telecom and data communications. Our development roadmap is geared to disrupt the industry by introducing organic modulators and related photonic integrated circuits that have superior speed, lower power consumption, and smaller size than current technologies. Our materials and devices are extendable into other applications, including sensors and instrumentation.

Job Description

We are seeking a Process Chemist to join our team in Englewood, CO. The Process Chemist designs, develops, optimizes, and scales chemical processes for the pilot to large-scale manufacturing of intermediate and finished products. The Process Chemist leverages their expertise in ensuring that chemical processes are developed so that the chemical reaction(s) is carried out efficiently, safely, and economically, and are within quality and regulatory compliance. By staying current with scientific literature and collaborating across teams, they drive innovation and efficiency. This role involves supporting IP development, maintaining safety standards, and contributing significantly to the team's success in achieving company goals.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and optimizing chemical processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Conducts laboratory experiments to understand chemical reactions and improve process conditions.
• Ensure that chemical processes comply with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Conduct small, pilot, or large-scale manufacturing of intermediates and/or finished products.
• Write/execute technical reports, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
• Ability to work second shift, when needed.
• Remain current on relevant scientific literature.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the company; use this collaboration to support the company's goals and improve the chemistry team's output.
• Punctually and thoroughly record all work and data in e-notebook, as well as summarize and report ongoing work to the group regularly.
• Exhibit safety awareness, safe work practices, and common laboratory hygiene, and ensure that all members of the chemistry team abide by the safety policies of the company.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years' experience with process development, process optimization, and/or scale-up.
• An understanding and/or familiarity with regulatory compliance in chemical manufacturing.
• Knowledgeable in chemical reaction mechanisms, kinetics, and environmental health and safety practices.
• Ability to use analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC-MS, DSC, pH meter, etc).
• Ability to operate pilot to large-scale chemistry equipment (chemical reactors, pumps, distillation equipment, etc).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to conduct literature searches for specific target molecules and reactions; ability to use the literature to design efficient synthetic routes, as well as troubleshoot problematic reactions.
• Thorough understanding of modern analytical and spectroscopic techniques and ability to interpret the corresponding data and spectra.
• Quality-first mindset, which leads to the production of highly pure final products.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, as well as work across and within groups to support the goals of the company.
• Ability to organize work efficiently, carry out multiple operations in parallel, and successfully complete projects in a timely fashion.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $75,000-$90,000.

Benefits

LightwaveLogic offers a highly competitive compensation package including stock options, as well as comprehensive benefits including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (employee and family). a generous PTO policy, $500/year(prorated) company contribution to your medical FSA, and a 401K (safeharbor, 4% match).

EEO Statement

Lightwave Logic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company's innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

Job Description

• Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility. Presents trial concepts and details to the patients, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on protocol.
• Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements. May disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding administration. Maintains investigational drug accountability. -In collaboration with the physician, reviews patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly documents all findings.
• Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting. Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
• Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with SOP and applicable regulations.
• Participates in required training and education programs. Responsible for education of clinic staff regarding clinical research.
• May collaborate with Research Site Leader in the study selection process.
• Additional responsibilities may include working directly with other research bases and/or sponsors.
• Identify quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates with staff in the development of action plans to improve quality.
• May be responsible for compiling and reporting protocol activity, accrual data, and research financial information to practice administration and physicians.
• May oversee the preparation of orders by physicians to assure that protocol compliance is maintained. Communicates with physician regarding study requirements, need for dose modification, and adverse event reporting.
• Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all times through compliance with all federal, state, and professional regulatory standards as issued through OSHA and the CDC. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in a clinical or scientific related discipline required.
• SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.

OR

• Graduate from an accredited program for nursing education (BSN preferred). Minimum 3 years of nursing experience. Experience in clinical research preferred. Current licensure as a registered nurse in state of practice. Current BLCS or ACLS certification required. OCN, SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with research or following work processes (gathering requirements, capturing notes, documentation). Any clinical experience can work as well.
• Customer service experience. Ability to get people out of their comfort zone and be someone's friend for a day. This person should enjoy working with people daily.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to remain adaptable and flexible in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and solve problems.
• 1+ year of experience with Windows and macOS

Plusses:

• Experience with virtual reality systems, cameras and optical systems, lighting systems, and audio systems

Day-to-Day

The Research Associate will collect face and body data gathered from large-scale capture domes and VR headsets by:

• Staging and setting-up equipment for the study, which may include engaging with engineering, external equipment vendors, internal and external safety evaluators, and the research study team to ensure the equipment is set up properly.
• Conducting the study, including participant coaching and interaction, operating complex, experimental capture systems, and debriefing with team leadership as necessary
• Performing basic troubleshooting of capture systems (hardware and software) and escalate any bugs or issues using internal tools.
• Providing research study support, including data collection, tracking of participants, and tracking of equipment and procedures.
• Contributing to and/or update existing documentation.
• Serving as a participant for studies and being captured in various systems as needed.
• Completing project work related to captures such as recording and updating capture scripts.
• Attending all required trainings, meetings, and standups
• Providing feedback for process improvement areas

Expectations for Success

To be able to successfully execute on the day-to-day responsibilities above, the Research Associate is expected to:

• Review SOPs and other any other relevant documentation and consult with the responsible Lead for any questions or clarifications in advance of the capture.
• Stay up to date with process and SOP changes for frequently used systems.
• Arrive on-time for captures and allow additional time, if needed, to review unfamiliar systems or SOPs and for operational set up
• Arrive on-time and prepared with relevant information or materials for all required trainings, meetings, and standups.
• Approach each capture and project with ability and flexibility. Be prepared to quickly pivot to new tasks, approaches to capture, or steps in documented processes to keep the team moving forward, even during blocking events.
• Provide a comfortable and professional experience for participants (both internal and external) through all interactions including providing updates and breaks during troubleshooting or other capture-blocking events.
• Ensure highest quality and accuracy of data captured by maintaining a sterile and distraction-free capture environment.
• Escalate any issues to the Engineer Team and properly documenting, in-detail, the nature of the issue.
• Address any areas for improvement of the capture process in scheduled meetings and/or via internal feature request tools.
• Identify (or partner with the Team Lead(s)) projects and tasks that can be completed during larger blocking events and during planned and unplanned system downtime.

Location: 100% On-Site – Pittsburgh, PA

Duration: 6 months with potential for extensions

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift: Flexible shift availability; 2:30-11pm EST

Compensation: $22/hour

Paid Time Off/ Paid Sick Time: 15 Days/ 120 hours (10 PTO Days + Accrued Sick Days)

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Our East Syracuse, NY laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Supervisor to lead their Metals team! The Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of their respective department. The Laboratory Supervisor works with Team Leads to manage sample throughput to ensure turnaround times are met while maintaining data quality that meets or exceeds industry standards. The Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for promoting a safe working culture and environment throughout the laboratory.
Job Functions

• Coordinates workflow through the department to ensure turnaround times are met
• Works with Senior Analysts and Senior Technicians to manage staff and instrumentation resources to maximize sample throughput and ensures production targets are met
• Uses LIMS to ensure that samples are processed appropriately and updates the samples' status in LIMS as required
• Applies technical judgment to determine potential problems for samples processed
• Helps implement best practices in the laboratory to maximize operational efficiency and maintain data quality that meets or exceeds industry standards
• Demonstrates good leadership through effective planning, delegating and empowering subordinates appropriately, and leading by example. Manages people and performance daily, acting quickly and decisively when required.
• Ensures staffing levels are appropriate for sample volumes and that staff are properly trained to perform their assigned duties
• Works with the Laboratory Manager to oversee hiring and training competent laboratory personnel
• Assists with the training of new analysts to become productive members of the team
• Ensures the lab's operating supplies inventory is appropriate for current workloads
• Appropriately follows safety requirements for the work that is done and ensure that your team members are also following these requirements
• Immediately addresses safety problems as they arise in the lab (i.e. hood use, safety glasses, methylene chloride handling) to minimize exposure and maximize safe practices
• Actively promotes a strong culture of safe laboratory practices and the maintenance of a safe working environment
• Keeps supervisory and management teams informed of any potential problems
• Provides information to supervisory and managerial staff as appropriate on instrumentation, production, and staff issues
• Performs other duties as required

• Bachelor's Degree in a Chemistry discipline and 4+ years of years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories or equivalent education and experience (Required)
• ICP/ICPMS experience (Required)
• 3+ years of mass spectrometry (Strongly preferred)
• 1+ years of supervisory experience (Strongly preferred)
• Advanced English language skills (Required)
• Knowledge of environmental testing protocols, regulations, and certifications related to the department (Required)
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are a requirement of this position (Required)
• Must have a solid understanding of process and workflow (Required)
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations (Required)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as SOPs, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (Required)
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization (Required)
• Demonstrates an utmost level of integrity in all instances and shows respect towards others and towards company principles (Required)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; actively listens to others, asks questions to verify understanding, and uses tact and consideration when delivering feedback to others (Required)
• Excellent time management skills which include the ability to balance multiple projects concurrently (with different deadlines) and arrange the resources necessary to accomplish them (Required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook) (Required)
• Experience with LIMS (Preferred)

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000 annually. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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Title - QC Analyst I (Stability Study Coordinator I)

Duration - 9 Months (Possibility of extension)

Location - Vacaville CA

Summary

With limited supervision, QC Stability Study Coordinator, is responsible for the oversight of stability program management in accordance with cGMP regulations. These duties include execution of trend analysis, documentation review, support of deviations (OOS, OOT, OOE) and other laboratory support activities. In conjunction with Quality Control leadership, the QC Stability Study Coordinator works to meet departmental and organizational goals.

Job Responsibilities

Review data and assess against established acceptance criteria

Perform technical review of peer-generated data

Evaluate data to identify trends and/or establish limits

Identify discrepancies; provide input to design of quality investigations and CAPA (corrective actions preventive actions) initiatives as needed

Identify and troubleshoot technical problems

Identify gaps in systems and procedures

Receive training

Support the maintenance and compliance of operational areas

Assure and apply GMP throughout operations

Coordinate with customers to support multi-site operational activities

Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections

Works to meet schedules, timelines, deadlines

Participate in and/or lead group and project teamwork; project and process improvements

Stability Protocol Creation

Stability deviation assessments

Routine Master Data Testing Creation

Routine Master Data Testing Review

Routine and non-routine Out Of Trend linear regression assessments.

Annual Product Quality Reviews (APQRs) - Author assistance develop to authoring

Time Point Approval assistance

Change control of various documents

Data / Data Table requests / annual report requests (non-routine requests) (e.g.,

Client monitor requests)

Actively participate in various stability related projects

Data entry and review

Assist with training coordination

Assist with Perform other duties as requested by managers to support Quality activities

Job Requirements

B.S. /B.A. degree and 1-3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees are preferably in relevant scientific disciplines and experience is in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and present information both formally and informally.

Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of scientific theories, principles, and techniques used in analytical or biological test procedures.

Routinely exercises sound judgment, reasoning and problem solving.

Capable of working under limited supervision and determining own short term priorities.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Review and validate QC data and test records.
• Support investigations related to Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), and Out of Expectation (OOE) results.
• Ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the laboratory.
• Assist in the technical documentation of investigations and change control assessments to evaluate the impact on product quality, in alignment with FDA/EU regulations, international standards
• Undertake other duties as required.

This position is ideal for candidates who are detail-oriented and committed to quality assurance in the pharmaceutical industry.

Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology related scientific discipline. Scientific degree (ideally chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology or related).
• Minimum 4 years working experience in an FDA-regulated biotechnology or pharmaceutical company is required.
• Working knowledge and experience with chemistry analytical methods such as HPLC, GC, TOC, Capillary Electrophoresis (CGE-Reduced, CGE-Non-Reduced, and Capillary Zone Electrophoresis), etc.
• Strong working knowledge with USP/EP and cGMP/EU GMP.
• Technical writing experience.
• Familiar with instrument and equipment validation.
• Impressive, demonstrable track record and skills/experience gained within a similar position(s), at a similar level.
• Credible and confident communicator (written and verbal) at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Hands-on approach, with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Ability to prioritize, demonstrating good time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately in a busy and demanding environment.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work proactively using own initiative.
• Committed to learning and development
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work proactively using own initiative.

Computer Skills:

• Strong PC literacy required; MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Travel:

• Must be willing to travel approximately 10%.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.