Analytical Development Chemist

Location: San Diego, CA | Employment Type: Full-Time

Help shape the future of peptide therapeutics. As an Analytical Development Chemist at PolyPeptide, you’ll support method validation, execute analytical protocols, and collaborate across QC, Validation, and Process Development to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare buffers, solutions, and mobile phases for analytical testing.

• Calibrate and operate (U)HPLC, IC, and LC-MS systems.

• Execute and document analytical methods in alignment with cGMP standards.

• Support method validation, verification, and method transfer.

• Summarize analytical findings and track issues during method execution.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory environment.

What You Bring

• BS or MS in Analytical Chemistry or related field.

• 2+ years of experience in a cGMP pharma/biotech lab.

• Strong technical skills with (U)HPLC, IC, and LC-MS.

• Excellent documentation, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.

Why PolyPeptide?

You’ll join a growing global CDMO where science, teamwork, and innovation come together. Your analytical expertise will directly influence the quality of peptide therapeutics delivered worldwide.

Be part of a team where your work truly matters, apply today and help bring life-changing therapies to patients around the world.

Salary: $30/hr - $37/hr

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.