Associate Scientist, Attribute Sciences

The Associate Scientist, Attribute Sciences will join the Attribute Sciences Group within the TechOps Department. This role is part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to advancing Codexis product development through analytical science and method development. The successful candidate will support day-to-day laboratory operations while contributing to analytical method development, validation, and technology transfer activities. Working alongside a high-performing team, this individual will play a key role in delivering robust analytical solutions that support product development and manufacturing. This is a full-time, on-site position based at our Redwood City, CA facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute scientific experiments and development studies in the analytical development team.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, identify trends or limitations, draw scientifically supported conclusions, and recommend follow-up work.
• Apply established and developmental methods to characterize development samples, process samples, and finished products, with an emphasis on understanding product quality and process-related changes.
• Participate in analytical activities including method development, validation, and various analytical studies.
• Present data at team and cross functional level on the current AS ongoings.
• Author or contribute to analytical development plans, protocols, technical summaries, method procedures, transfer documents, and reports in accordance with good documentation practices.
• Independently investigate routine method, sample, and instrument issues; contribute to root-cause assessment and propose practical experimental solutions.
• Perform overall lab support functions including routine maintenance of analytical instruments, ordering and maintaining inventory of sample, reagents and lab supplies.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• BS or MS degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or Biology science or relevant scientific field.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant industrial/academic experience in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to learn quickly, prioritize responsibilities, multi-task, think critically, and work both independently and within teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge and interest in analytical chemistry, protein biochemistry, enzymology and oligonucleotide chemistry.
• Prior working experience with HPLC-UV-MS, UV-Vis, ELISA and CE-SDS.
• Working knowledge and experience with good documentation practices.

Additional experience that would be valuable for this role includes:

• Knowledge of ICH Quality Guidelines related to analytical method development and validation, impurities and stability.
• Understanding systematic study design and conception.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k with Company Match up to 4%
• Company Equity
• Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
• Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
• Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
• Mental Health Wellness Program
• Subsidized onsite lunch program
• Onsite Gym Facilities
• Paid Parental Leave

And More!