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Research Associate – Chemistry/Biochemistry

United States - California - San Diego💼 Full-time💰 $73,900–$73,900🗓 2026-08-14 → 2026-09-26

Core

Synthesize, purify, characterize, and evaluate oligonucleotides for diagnostic applications using automated synthesizers and analytical techniques.

Role type

Research Associate II (Chemistry/Biochemistry)

Builds

High-quality oligonucleotide reagents for innovative diagnostic technologies

Domain

Healthcare diagnostics / Molecular chemistry

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Oligonucleotide synthesis, HPLC purification, UV-Vis spectroscopy, Mass spectrometry, Laboratory documentation, Sample preparation

Preferred skills

Automated oligonucleotide synthesizer operation, Post-synthetic modification/conjugation, Solid-phase synthesis principles, ÄKTA chromatography systems, LC-MS analysis

Technologies

Dr. Oligo, MerMade, Agilent, ÄKTA

Responsibilities

Perform DNA/RNA oligonucleotide synthesis using automated synthesizers; Conduct cleavage, deprotection, and purification; Execute analytical testing (HPLC, UV-Vis, LC-MS); Maintain laboratory equipment and documentation; Support assay development teams

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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