We are seeking an enthusiastic self-starter to join our growing Research & Development Team as an Associate Chemist – Organic Chemistry. This position will be responsible for assisting in the chemical synthesis, purification, and characterization of new ingredients, including amino acid or peptide based chemistries, for a wide range of cosmetic and therapeutic indications.
This position will also assist in routine and novel analytical separation methods for characterization purposes as well as target identification. In addition, this position will handle chemical separations at the analytical level as well as preparative level. Knowledge of organic synthetic chemistry, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, biology, molecular biology, is required. Location: Princeton, NJ.
Essential Duties:
Perform all aspects of bench organic synthetic chemistry including use of starting materials, reagents, catalysts, solvents, following procedures provided by supervisor
Separation / purification techniques including but not limited to distillation, crystallization, extraction, preparative HPLC, electrophoresis
Operation of equipment to aid in chemical synthesis, isolation, and purification, under the direction of supervisor, including Prep-HPLC, Protein synthesizer, lyophilizer, etc
Use of analytical equipment to characterize chemicals, including but not limited to HPLC, IR, UV, Melting Point
Regular lab maintenance, including but not limited to chemical ordering, cleaning glassware, sending out samples for analysis, logging and storing results
Document work in Laboratory Notebook
Follow safe lab practices SOPs
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s of Science degree in chemistry, with a minimum of college laboratory experience in organic chemistry
1-3 years of industrial chemistry, ideally organic synthetic chemistry and analytical characterization experience
Knowledge of the skin chemistry / biochemistry is desired
Knowledge of analytical methods including IR, UV, HPLC, Mass Spec, NMR
Familiarity with standard laboratory concepts, practices and procedures is required
Strong written/verbal communication skills
Must possess a proven track record of dependability and commitment
Be able to perform individually and as part of a team
Fully computer literate
Contact Us
Please send your cover letter and resume to hr@neostrata.com if you are interested in being considered for one of our available positions. No calls please.
About NeoStrata Company, Inc.
NeoStrata Company, Inc. is an innovative Physician owned dermatological company with an extensive global presence and a successful history of developing and marketing medically dispensed and over-the-counter formulations. As the creators of the first glycolic peel and pioneers of Alpha and Polyhydroxy Acid along with numerous patented technologies, we are dedicated to the advancement of skin care through research and creation of new molecules and superior product formulations. The NeoStrata line of medical skin care products is distributed through dermatologists, plastic surgeons and other physicians to market to their patients. The Exuviance brand is a prestige skin care line sold through select beauty retailers and pharmacies. New opportunities abound for energetic, resourceful, hands-on individuals as we look to expand our brands
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