Associate Scientist, Analytical Chemistry

**About adMare**:
With a wealth of globally competitive scientific discovery, Canada is primed to lead the life sciences world. To make this a reality, at adMare BioInnovations, we use our scientific and commercial expertise, specialized R&D infrastructure, and seed capital to build strong life sciences companies, robust ecosystems and industry-ready talent — and re-invest our returns back into the Canadian industry to ensure it is sustained for the long-term.

Our 25+ portfolio companies have attracted more than $1.4 billion of investment, have a combined value of over $3 billion, and employ more than 900 Canadians. Our Innovation Centres are home to 35+ biotech companies, contract research organizations, and specialized commercialization support organizations. The adMare Academy has trained more than 500 alumni - 95% of whom are now working to build our life sciences industry.

**Job Summary**:
Reporting to the Senior scientist in the team, the Analytical Associate Scientist will be working within and across the Domains of expertise (Pharmaceutical Development, Pharmacology, Biologics and Medicinal Chemistry) and will participate in inter-disciplinary drug research and development project teams. Working within the teams the Associate Scientist will provide scientific expertise, design, and conduct critical experiments to advance small molecule and biologic therapeutics technologies through early pre-clinical development and CMC activities as required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Primary research area will include analytical/bioanalytical characterization of therapeutic drug products.
- Responsible for advancement of bioanalytical projects, including scientific planning/budgeting and experimentation, data reporting, team communication and meeting project milestones and schedules.
- Develop and implement analytical methods and procedures using methods such as chromatography, mass spectrometry, thermal analysis and SEC-MALS, DLS, and associated scientific data acquisition software.
- Documenting results, preparing formal reports, and writing study protocols and procedures.
- Provide bioanalytical supports to in-vivo pharmacokinetic and distribution studies.
- Aid in the development of material specifications, stability, and other protocols.
- Provide training to adMare Staff and academic scientists on operation of analytical and bioanalytical equipment.
- Coordinate collaborative analytical research projects between adMare and external research partners/collaborators.
- Liaise internally with adMare scientists and externally with CRO partners, to coordinate project activities as needed.
- Performs physical and chemical characterization of drug compounds and inactive formulation ingredients.
- Provide knowledge and expertise to leverage and execute new technologies and capabilities.

**Experience and Qualifications**:

- A PhD in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related discipline with a minimum 2 years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A M.Sc. in analytical chemistry with a minimum 5 years' experience would also be considered.
- Experience in analytical method development, and hands-on experience on various analytical equipment including chromatography, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy, and thermal analysis.
- Hands on experience in physicochemical characterization of drug substance and drug product is an asset.
- Prior experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Strong scientific writing, oral communication, and project management skill.
- Ability to work independently and organize experimental plans and protocols.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

At adMare we are driven by our vision and united by our shared values of **Courage, Collaboration, Objectivity, Judgment, Excellence, and Reach**. We are committed to growing the talent and potential of our people. We provide a community where you can work with multidisciplinary individuals and explore new ways of working. adMare is a diverse community where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for the experience and unique perspectives they bring.

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