Job Description

Job Title : Chemist - Synthetic Compounds (0-3 years)
Location : Pasadena, CA (Onsite)
Hours / Schedule : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Type: Contract (1 year)
Compensation : Up to $33 per hour depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with senior scientists to achieve team objectives and meet research milestones.
• Design, validate, and implement synthesis projects involving organic synthesis, peptide synthesis, bioconjugation, purification, and characterization of compounds.
• Maintain accurate records, perform independent data analysis, and report findings in both written and oral formats.
• Critically evaluate data, troubleshoot synthesis issues, and contribute to improving experimental approaches.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with Lilly Research Labs policies

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a closely related field with laboratory research experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in designing, validating, performing, and analyzing experiments to generate synthetic compounds of interest.
• Demonstrable ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a flexible, team-oriented lab environment, including cross-functional project teams.
• Postgraduate training or equivalent experience in peptide synthesis, medicinal chemistry, protein engineering, and/or combinatorial chemistry.
• Strong communication skills with experience presenting data in team settings.
• Proven ability to build relationships and interact effectively with peers and supervisors.

Comments / Special Instructions

• Must be commutable to Pasadena. Local candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with senior scientists to achieve team objectives and meet research milestones.
• Design, validate, and implement synthesis projects involving organic synthesis, peptide synthesis, bioconjugation, purification, and characterization of compounds.
• Maintain accurate records, perform independent data analysis, and report findings in both written and oral formats.
• Critically evaluate data, troubleshoot synthesis issues, and contribute to improving experimental approaches.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with Lilly Research Labs policies

Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan. 

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Local area, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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