The Opportunity:

Carries out a range of complex scientific support tasks at customer facilities, requiring significant interpretation of technical/scientific protocols to support research objectives effectively. Solves intricate research support and technical challenges independently, drawing on a deep understanding of laboratory techniques, experimental design, and past experiences to inform judgments and decisions. Supports nucleic acid workflows, performs DNA/RNA extraction and preparation for sequencing, and/or maintains and expands cell and tissue cultures, supporting R&D; and production workflows. Collects, documents, and organizes data and observations, ensuring clarity and accessibility for review and analysis by research teams. Collaborates extensively with internal scientific support teams and customer contacts, facilitating communication and understanding across disciplines to meet customer's needs.

Scientific services support

Location: J&J;, Toledo, Spain
Workplace: Onsite at the customer through VWR
Platform: Analytical Chemistry & High-Throughput Purification (AC&HTP;)

Position Summary

The Onsite Specialist II, Scientific Support will support the High-Throughput Purification (HTP) function within the Analytical Chemistry & High-Throughput Purification (AC&HTP;) platform, contributing to the efficient delivery of purification services that support drug discovery programs. The role is responsible for executing compound purification, post-purification processing, sample management, and associated documentation while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and data integrity standards.

Working closely with multidisciplinary scientific teams,



the position will help ensure the timely delivery of high-quality purified compounds, enabling medicinal chemistry projects to progress efficiently and supporting the achievement of key research objectives. By ensuring efficient and reliable execution of purification activities, the position will help remove operational bottlenecks and support the progression of medicinal chemistry and drug discovery programs.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform routine and complex compound purification using reversed-phase HPLC and SFC technologies in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Conduct post-purification processing and ensure compounds are prepared for delivery to project teams.
- Ensure accurate sample handling, tracking, labelling, and documentation throughout the purification workflow.
- Maintain high productivity while meeting quality, safety, compliance, and data integrity requirements.
- Deliver purified compounds within agreed timelines to support medicinal chemistry and drug discovery projects.
- Use laboratory data systems and related software to record, review, and manage experimental information.
- Troubleshoot routine technical issues and elevate complex problems appropriately.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary AC&HTP; environment.




- Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory workflows and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Education

- Preferably BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline. Or equivalent based on experience.

Experience and Technical Skills

- Experience with chromatographic techniques, particularly reversed-phase HPLC and/or SFC, is preferred.
- Previous experience in an analytical laboratory, pharmaceutical R&D;, or a related scientific environment is advantageous.
- Familiarity with laboratory data systems, scientific documentation, and good laboratory practices.
- Ability to learn new technologies, procedures, and technical skills quickly.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality work.

Personal Attributes

- High level of ownership, accountability, and reliability.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work productively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Commitment to safety, compliance, data integrity, and operational excellence.

Languages

- Fluent Spanish is highly desirable.
- Basic working knowledge of English is preferred.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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