CareerPlan

Principal Scientist, Separation Methods Expert, Analytical Science and Technology (AS&T), Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Boston)

Boston, MA, USFull-time$138k2026-10-09 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead analytical method remediation, validation, transfer, and troubleshooting for separation methods used in late-stage and commercial Biologics programs.

Role type

Principal Scientist, Separation Methods Expert

Builds

Analytical methods and data for Biologics product lifecycle and commercialization

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Analytical Chemistry

Required skills

Separation methods (chromatography, electrophoresis), Method validation & transfer, cGMP compliance, Regulatory submissions (IND/BLA), Technical writing, Data trending analysis

Preferred skills

Peptide mapping, Mass Spectrometry (MS), Statistical analysis tools (JMP)

Responsibilities

Lead method remediation, validation, and transfer; Support troubleshooting for in-process, release, and stability testing; Author technical documents (SOPs, protocols, reports); Collaborate with stakeholders on analytical readiness; Review method trending data and prepare APQRs

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC