Scientist, Analytical Chemistry

About DMC

DMC is a biotechnology company with laboratories in Boulder, CO, and Morrisville, NC. Our Dynamic Metabolic Control™ technology platform delivers robust, predictably scalable biocatalysts, resulting in cost-competitive and sustainable processes for everyday chemicals. As a multi-product bio-based chemical company, we are committed to reducing the cost and environmental impact of biochemicals across diverse markets, including animal feed, human nutrition, pharmaceutical materials, and chemical intermediates. 

We are seeking a Scientist II/Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry to support the commercialization of biobased processes. This Scientist will help efforts in developing and optimizing our high throughput microbial engineering platform from strain design and construction to testing and data analysis. Successful candidates will have previous experience in routine analytical analyses, preferably under a quality system, leading small teams, and collaborating with other departments. Experience with HPLC/UPLC and MS required.

• Lead method transfer, development, optimization, and validation efforts
• Represent the Analytical team as subject matter expert for assigned projects
• Train and mentor new/junior team members, as needed
• Sample preparation, analysis, data reduction, reporting, and reviewing
• Identify and coordinate new analytical resources, as needed
• Routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordination of repairs
• Assist in troubleshooting technical laboratory issues
• Proactively participate in the development and maintenance of a data quality system
• Maintain safe practices and work environment
• Keep excellent laboratory records

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field with at least 5 years of applicable experience, or M.S. with at least 10 years of applicable experience
• Skilled in operation of HPLC/UPLC and MS
• Quantitative, data-driven analysis of experimental results and an analytical mind-set
• Experience in following, drafting, and revising detailed SOPs and protocols
• Experience with method transfer, development, optimization, and validation
• Capability to manage multiple work-flows and experiments within a single day
• Ability to effectively work in cross-disciplinary teams
• Must be a self-starter, motivated, scientifically curious, and collaborative
• Open to feedback and rigorous data review, able to conduct reviews and provide feedback
• Flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends
• Experience in statistical analyses and Design of Experiments (DoE)
• Electronic notebook (ELN) experience, especially LabGuru

Some benefits we are proud to offer:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance at 90% coverage of premium for employee and 80% for dependent

Company Equity

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

401K Matching

Paid Holidays

Flexible Time Off Policy

Wellness subsidy of $1,000 per year available after 6 months of employment

Many other voluntary benefits available through TriNet

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all, including people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome and encourage applications from people with these identities or members of other historically marginalized groups.

Research shows that women and people of color tend not to apply to jobs unless they believe they are 100% qualified and apply to fewer senior-level positions. With that in mind, we encourage you to apply if you're not sure whether you meet our qualifications. We'd love to have the opportunity to consider you.

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