Scientist Macromolecules

The Scientist will join the Advanced Material Characterization and Investigations (AMCI) group within Analytical Development (AD) department. AMCI is an international and diverse team of scientists performing advanced analytical characterization of pharmaceutical products and leading global analytical investigations for the commercial product portfolio and for the Discovery, Product Development & Supply (DPDS) organization of Janssen R&D. The Advanced Molecular Analysis (AMA) team of AMCI is a group of analytical centers of excellence in structure elucidation (by high-resolution Mass Spectrometry and NMR), trace organic and inorganic analysis, excipient & polymer characterization, and oligonucleotide & peptide analytics.

We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic highly motivated Scientist to join our AMA team! For this laboratory-based position, you will work together with internal and external specialists in drug product development and analytical development teams to find innovative solutions for the characterization of the higher-order structure and aggregation behavior of peptide, oligonucleotide and ADC-related therapeutics. The position is based in Beerse, Belgium.

Roles and Responsibilities: Independently design and apply newly developed chromatographic and spectroscopic methods to characterize and quantify macromolecular species, for example polymers. Develop analytical test methods for the determination of interactions between excipients and new modalities. Apply state-of-the-art scientific and data science knowledge to ensure high-quality results in an efficient way. Work in a multidisciplinary team of scientists and show ability to learn and explore new analytical techniques.

Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with all applicable environmental, health, regulatory requirements, GMP and safety regulations.

How to Succeed: Required is a PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field; or a Master's degree with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in industry; or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4-8 years of experience in industry (analytical laboratory). Knowledge of liquid chromatography method development is a must. Hands-on experience with multiple types of detectors, particularly mass spectrometry, is a clear asset. Background and technical skills to independently develop analytical methods and work in complex drug product matrices is an advantage.

Fast learner with scientific curiosity, self-steering, pro-active, creative. Open-minded, with ability to work together as one team in a global environment. Good written and spoken communication and presentation skills in English.

Benefits: This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 Months.