Sr. Scientist, Analytical Development

The Opportunity

A rapidly growing, clinical-stage biotech company is hiring a Sr. Scientist to support Analytical Development and Quality Control for their peptide-based therapeutic programs. This is a highly visible, mentorship role for someone who can own and execute HPLC/UPLC, validation and method development based testing.

This position will play a key role in ensuring analytical readiness as programs advance through Phase 1 → Phase 2 and beyond.

What You’ll Own

• Lead and execute HPLC/UPLC analytical methods supporting in-process, release, and stability testing
• Drive chromatography workstreams including SEC and reverse-phase methods (primary focus)
• Serve as the technical “go-to” for method troubleshooting, system performance issues, and investigation support
• Support and/or lead method qualification and validation activities in a GMP-aligned environment
• Provide oversight for routine QC testing, data review, and documentation practices
• Write and maintain key technical documentation including SOPs, protocols, reports, and audit-ready records
• Partner cross-functionally with teams spanning development, manufacturing, and quality
• Mentor and guide junior scientists / associates while remaining highly hands-on in the lab

What We Looking For

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with a minimum of 4 years
• Deep, practical experience with HPLC + UPLC
• Strong chromatography foundation (especially SEC + RP)
• Background in a GMP environment with direct exposure to method qualification/validation
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve real lab problems quickly (not just run methods)
• Comfortable leading from the bench and supporting a growing team

Preferred Background

• Experience working with peptides or complex therapeutic modalities
• Experience from environments like CDMOs/CMOs or high-throughput GMP labs
• Exposure to early clinical-stage programs (Phase 1/2)

Why This Role

• High visibility on a growing team
• Opportunity to impact analytical strategy and QC execution during a critical scale-up period
• Strong cross-functional exposure in a fast-moving environment