Scientist/Research Associate, Research Analytics, RD4

Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, MA

 

Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a leader in applying breakthroughs in understanding the chemistry and biology of complex sugars to the discovery, development, and commercialization of drug products.

 

Description

 

We are looking for exceptional candidates to support a number of exciting and challenging biologics projects. The successful candidate will apply novel and innovative mass spectrometry techniques to the analysis and structural characterization of complex glycosylated proteins. You will have familiarity and experience with proteomics and the use of LC-MS and other mass spectrometric methods for protein and oligosaccharide structure characterization. You will also be familiar with biochemical sample manipulation techniques, such as SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, ELISA and peptide mapping.  A demonstrated track-record of incorporating multiple characterization techniques (e.g. MS, chromatography) in a synergistic way to solve complex structural problems would be of particular value.

 

Requirements:

 

·        PhD in Analytical chemistry or related discipline with 0-3 years experience or MS with 5+ years experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry setting.

·        Extensive experience in the area of proteomics and LC-MS.

·        Outstanding written and verbal skills as well as problem solving skills.

·        Demonstrated team player with experience contributing to multi-disciplinary project teams.

·        Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, environment.

 

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, a stimulating research environment with state of the art equipment, and the opportunity to grow with a dynamic biotechnology startup company in a great location.

 

Please submit your resume to:

 

Human Resources

Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

675 West Kendall Street

Cambridge, MA 02142

Fax:  (617) 621 0452

E-mail:  recruiting@momentapharma.com

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer