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Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

US CA San Diego💼 Full-time💰 $156,900–$156,900🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead analytical development for oligonucleotides and antibody oligo conjugates (AOC) from preclinical through commercial phases, ensuring cGMP compliance and advancing analytical techniques.

Role type

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

Builds

Drug substance and drug product controls for biopharmaceuticals

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Analytical Chemistry

Deliverable

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

Required skills

Oligonucleotide and bioconjugate characterization, LC-MS/MS, SEC, IP-RP, AEX, method validation, cGMP compliance, regulatory document authoring, cross-functional CMC strategy

Preferred skills

Postdoc experience, novel concept development, team mentorship, external vendor management

Technologies

LC-MS, MS/MS, SEC, IP-RP, AEX, Capillary Electrophoresis

Responsibilities

Lead analytical methods development and qualification for oligos/AOC; Represent analytical development on cross-functional CMC teams; Authorize CMC regulatory documents; Train lab personnel and support off-site transfers; Contribute to department policies and strategies

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence

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