Sr Scientist

Overview

Waters Corporation is seeking a Materials Scientist to help advance biotherapeutics through the research and development of new chemical tools that facilitate the characterization and quantitation of biological molecules.  This is an exciting opportunity to join our Bioseparations Portfolio in the Chemistry & Lab Automation Business Unit and develop new chromatographic stationary phase materials.  In this Senior Scientist position, you will work with a diverse team of scientists and engineers across the organization, apply yourself as a highly influential individual contributor, and have a major impact on the world’s newest therapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new inorganic, polymeric, and hybrid materials for diverse chromatographic applications.   
• Functionalize silica and polymer-based materials for the characterization and quantitation of biological molecules.
• Conduct site-specific modification of constructs to allow orientation directed conjugation.
• Collaborate with engineers, analytical scientists, and manufacturing teams to ensure product performance requirements and meet development timelines.  
• Monitor scientific advancements and industry trends; identify and pursue intellectual property opportunities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and rigorous documentation practices.
• Comply with environment, safety, health, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline with 1 or more years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience, including project leadership.
• Expertise in biomolecular interactions, such as the protein-protein interactions or biomolecule-to-surface interactions is desired.
• Experience with different solid surface bioconjugation approaches and the quantification of biomolecules immobilized to solid surface.
• Knowledge of liquid chromatography principles and material characterization.
• Knowledge in the areas of bioprocessing, biomolecular interactions, recombinant engineering, protein expression, site specific protein modification, and biomolecular characterization approaches is a plus.
• Ability to work independently following high level guidance and the ability to set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines.
• Willingness to learn different techniques, have a positive attitude and an innate collaborative spirit
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT)  is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.  

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Key Words

Materials Science, Bioconjugation, Polymer