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Research Associate III, Chemistry

Metsera
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4 weeks ago
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About Us

We are a growing biotech startup pioneering the development of weight loss therapeutics with the potential to revolutionize the treatment of obesity. Our team is passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, and we're committed to building a collaborative, fast-paced, and fun work environment.


Role Summary

The Scientist will support the drug development team, leveraging technical expertise in analytical chemistry to support the discovery and characterisation of novel drug candidates and their clinical formulations.


The Impact you will have at Metsera

Under the guidance of the Research Director, the applicant's main roles will include:

  • Executing and optimising assays to characterise Metsera's peptides and peptide formulations
  • Developing novel assays to address future bioanalysis needs
  • Developing quality control testing and characterisation assays
  • Providing general wet lab support for our in-vitro scientists
  • With short notice, working with the Discovery and CMC Teams to address their immediate peptide characterisation needs
  • Maintaining accurate written and computer-based records for all experiments and studies
  • Analysing large datasets and generating research reports

From time to time, other duties may include

  • Undertaking any necessary training and/or development
  • Carrying out such other duties as necessary to assist in the smooth and efficient operation of the laboratory and facilities, including cleaning and maintenance


What you bring to Metsera

  • MSc degree +2 years or PhD degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related Life Sciences, or have equivalent academic and/or industrial experience
  • Wet lab experience in a molecular biology lab (industry or academia) with peptide or protein research background
  • Experience with executing and developing analytical methods and assays to characterise peptides or proteins
  • Experience with biological molecule characterisation techniques, e.g. LC (RP/SEC-HPLC), DLS / SLS
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced laboratory environment
  • Able to work methodically whilst delivering results to a high standard
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Have a co-operative, flexible attitude towards work
  • Able to self-prioritise and mange own work with minimal supervision
  • Disciplined and considerate of confidentiality and security at all times

Preferred:

  • Experience with LCMS advantageous
  • Experience working in a biotech start-up advantageous


Notice to agencies:Our in-house Talent Acquisition Team manages all employment opportunities at Metsera. Agencies and independent recruiters must be approved as a vendor by Metsera's Human Strategy team. To protect the interests of all parties, Metsera will not accept unsolicited resumes, profiles, or biographies. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered referrals and become the property of Metsera. Contacting hiring managers, executives, or any member of the Human Strategy team will not influence vendor approval and is strongly discouraged. Repeated outreach may impact future consideration.

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