Job#: 1313567

Job Description:

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Apex Systems has a growing Nanotechnology client in the Gaithersburg, MD area looking for a Research Associate II (Polymer Group) to join their team. Check out the Job Description below and let us know if you are interested in the role! Must be eligible to work in the US.

Location: Onsite- Gaithersburg, Maryland

Job: Perm Role

Job Overview: The Polymer Research Associate II is a member of the Polymer Group and is responsible for conducting research, collecting and analyzing scientific data, following and creating SOP’s, preparing written reports, and presenting results to the R&D team. The Polymer Research Associate II will be working with other members of the R&D and will be deeply involved in developing a range of copolymers and biomimetic membranes based on trans-membrane proteins.

Role 1: Material characterization, data analysis, and reporting

• Perform in-depth characterization of polymers, small molecules, and nanoparticles using NMR, FT-IR, DLS, SF-LS, SEC, UV-Vis, ect
• Keep accurate and detailed records using a laboratory notebook, batch records, and internal databases
• Perform robust data analysis from lab experiments and document results and analysis by writing written reports and by presenting results to the R&D department

Role 2: Method Development

• While working closely with the scientist:
• Scale-up production of nanoparticles from mL to L
• Perform and optimize polymer nanoparticle coating on a solid support
• Develop new analytical methods for sample preparation and testing

Role 3: Instrument/Lab Maintenance

• Perform regular maintenance and calibration of instruments used by the Polymer Group
• Troubleshoot instrument failure

Role 4: Polymer Group Support

• Develop and refine SOP’s
• Train Polymer Group or other R&D personnel as needed
• Order chemicals and lab materials through SAP
• Keep up-to-date on industrial and scientific literature
• Generate and propose new research

Other duties and Roles as assigned

Requirements:

• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or polymer science:
• B.S. 4-7 yrs of relevant experience
• Masters 2-4 yrs of relevant experience
• Knowledge of and experience with lipid nanoparticles or polymeric nanoparticles
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with NMR, FT-IR, DLS, SF-LS, SEC, UV-Vis, ect.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with process scale-up
• Experience with Langmuir-Blodgett films
• Experience in synthetic chemistry, preferably organic or polymer chemistry
• Must be able to effectively communicate in verbal and written forms
• Results oriented with excellent analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of quality in work
• Self-motivated with drive, and a natural curiosity and interest in new technology and ground-breaking scientific developments
• Eligible to work in the United States

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Employee Type:
FullTime

Location:
Gaithersburg, MD, US

Job Type:
Scientific and Clinical

Date Posted:
November 29, 2022