Research Associate

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to join our Analytical Chemistry department. As a Research Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our research and development efforts in the pharmaceutical industry. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in basic lab skills, HPLC operation, and preferably pharmaceutical tablet experience. Fluency in Mandarin and English is required due to our company's international presence.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize basic lab skills to handle solvents, ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal procedures are followed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to lab safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrate accuracy and precision in weighing substances using balances, with an emphasis on maintaining balance accuracy.
• Perform dissolution testing to evaluate the release of active pharmaceutical ingredients from solid dosage forms, ensuring compliance with established protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Operate HPLC instruments, including preparing and injecting samples, optimizing separation conditions, and analyzing chromatograms.
• Utilize pharmaceutical tablet experience (if applicable) to contribute to tablet formulation development, manufacturing, and quality control processes.
• Assist in the preparation of solutions by weighing chemicals, adjusting pH levels, and performing volumetric dilutions.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of experiments, data, and observations in laboratory notebooks or electronic systems.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot experimental issues, interpret data, and contribute to research discussions.
• Stay updated on the latest analytical techniques, industry trends, and regulatory guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical field.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field).
• Strong proficiency in basic lab skills, including working with solvents, maintaining lab safety, and ensuring balance accuracy.
• Experience with HPLC operation, including sample preparation, method development, and data analysis.
• Pharmaceutical tablet experience is preferred, with knowledge of tablet formulation processes, quality control tests, and troubleshooting.
• Fluency in Mandarin and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software, including balances, pH meters, HPLC systems, and data analysis software.
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and good laboratory practices (GLP) is desirable.

Benefits: We offer a competitive salary within a pay range of $20 to $40 per hour, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, the company provides the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation, personal, and sick days.
• Stock options eligibility after two years of service.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

Join our dynamic and innovative team, and contribute to groundbreaking research in the field of analytical chemistry within the pharmaceutical industry. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity as a Research Associate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,324.93 - $83,014.97 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Diego, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Analytical chemistry: 1 year (Required)
• Mandarin: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person