Analytical Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Fusion Life Sciences Technologies ( ) is a WBE-certified Healthcare Staffing and Engineering Services provider supporting industries including Pharma, Medical Devices, Aeronautical, Supply Chain, Heavy/Light Industrial, Food & Beverage, and Automotive. We proudly partner with 120+ clients such as Johnson & Johnson, Haemonetics, Delta, Caterpillar, Artisan Chef, Baxter, and many more. Our wide network of consultants and contract-to-hire engineers brings deep expertise across Engineering, Technical, Administrative, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Blue Collar, Skilled Trades, IT, Software Development, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain sectors. What sets us apart is our AI-powered, in-house software's enabling us to source and screen top talent within hours. This ensures rapid response times, high-quality matches, and virtually zero attrition.

Job Title: Analytical Chemist – Oligonucleotides
Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Duration: 12 months (extension possible)

Manager Notes
Strong preference towards 5 years of similar exp, candidate must be confident in a lab and with instrumentation and have experience with oligonucleotides. Looking for a candidate with commercial, analytical, and GMP exp. Candidate should be an analytical expert who can lead method transfer/validation independently.

Description:
The Analytical Chemist will join client's growing Technical Operations Analytical team and has the primary responsibility to provide analytical support for Oligonucleotides and Peptides in late-stage phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for oligonucleotide and peptide–oligonucleotide conjugated compounds in late-stage development.
• Develop, optimize, and validate robust LC/MS, IP-RP-HPLC, and SAX-HPLC analytical methods for the analysis and purification of highly modified oligonucleotide drug substances.
• Perform analytical testing using IP-RP-HPLC, AX-HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, and LC-MS/MS systems (Agilent, Waters, Thermo) and associated data software.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Ensure compliance with GLP/GMP standards in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Author technical documents including protocols, reports, and method validation documents; effectively communicate findings across cross-functional teams.
• Work independently while collaborating with Technical Operations, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong experience in analytical method development, optimization, transfer, and validation for oligonucleotide therapeutics.
• In-depth knowledge of mass spectrometry and purification techniques.
• Hands-on expertise in RP-HPLC, SAX-HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, and related analytical platforms.
• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations and documentation practices.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.