Senior Scientist, Oligo Chemistry
Core
Developing, optimizing, and characterizing oligonucleotide synthesis processes to enable new products in life sciences and diagnostics.
Role type
Senior Scientist, Oligo Chemistry
Builds
Core technology platforms for oligonucleotide production
Domain
Life sciences / Diagnostics / Biotechnology / Organic Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
phosphoramidite chemistry, solid-phase synthesis, high-resolution LC-MS, process optimization, cleavage/deprotection/purification methods
Preferred skills
high-throughput biology, automation, NGS-based analysis, prototype instrumentation, environmental health and safety coordination
Technologies
LC-MS, HPLC, mass spectrometry
Responsibilities
Design and optimize oligonucleotide synthesis workflows; apply organic chemistry principles to improve synthesis efficiency and yield; develop post-synthesis process steps; evaluate and implement new reagents or chemistries
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC