Research Principal Scientist, Bioanalytical

Responsibilities

Conduct research activities for important customer problems within the Global Research Team using state-of-the-art chromatography and mass spec instrumentation; exploring new affinity column technologies, protein profiling, and host cell protein characterization Collaborate with Chemistries, Development, Applications and Research teams across the company Implement own research activities within Waters Research Lead technical project teams in areas of expertise Execute systematic test measurements with prototypes and available instrumentation Prepare detailed technical reports, draw conclusions based on strong data analysis, contribute to patent applications, and provide internal and external presentations to summarize scientific findings Provide technical support, share development ideas, contribute to our global research portfolio and assist in effective research planning Provide technical support to external collaborators where applicable Stay up-to-date in scientific literature for specific area of specialization Establish procedures and work effectively with cross-functional project teams including scientists, biologists, chemists and engineers Perform other duties in a professional manner as deemed necessary by the organization

Qualifications

Education:

is Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or related discipline with 3 or more years of experience, . in Chemistry/Biology/Engineering or related discipline with 7 or more years of experience, or . with 10 or more years experience required

Experience:

5 or more years of practical experience in bioanalytical chemistry or related discipline Experience in basic cell culture based proteomic sample preparation, protein assays, peptide identification and proteomics Hands-on experience in LC-MS instrumentation use/maintenance, column technologies and sample preparation Experience in main proteomics informatics pipelines Experience in LC and/or MS-based proteomics methods preferred Hands-on experience with multiple immunoassays preferred (ELISA, Western Blot, Interest in bioanalytical data analysis Interest in a broad range of bioanalytical techniques

Competencies:

Experience in leading cross functional, cross departmental projects Innovative mindset and agility to foster new and diverse ideas Ability to work independently Good communication, analysis and decision skills Well-developed oral and written communication skills in English

Travel (If Applicable):

Some travel for training, workshops and collaboration to HQ in Milford, MA, USA Some travel to conferences, customers and collaborators 

In addition to salary, we work flexibly and provide 25 days holidays, excellent family friendly benefits such as attractive employer pension contribution, life assurance, income protection and private medical. With Waters, there are plenty of opportunities for you to grow, develop and contribute.

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