Job Description
Job DescriptionResearch Associate – Peptide Synthesis & Antibody Conjugation
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA (Fully Onsite)
Overview
The Research Associate will play a key role in supporting discovery research by executing peptide synthesis and antibody conjugation workflows. This position is responsible for delivering high‑quality, well‑characterized materials to project teams and ensuring day‑to‑day laboratory readiness for safe and efficient operations.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- M.S. degree
- B.S. degree with 2 years of relevant experience
- Solid‑phase synthesis and solid‑phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) experience strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute peptide synthesis under minimal supervision
- Perform peptide cleavage and purification using RP‑HPLC
- Conduct antibody conjugation experiments
- Analyze and confirm peptide and conjugate identity and purity
- Accurately document experimental procedures, observations, and results in the electronic laboratory notebook
- Communicate data, results, and interpretations to the project team
- Operate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation
- Perform routine lab housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe workspace
- Adhere to all laboratory safety guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands‑on experience with solid‑phase peptide synthesis (SPPS)
- Experience with RP‑HPLC purification
- Familiarity with standard laboratory practices
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Thousand Oaks, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $31.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Thousand Oaks,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.
About Actalent
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