Specialist Technician In Peptides / Proteins (M / F)

The Tecnimede Group has 750 employees spread across the world, looking to the future, united and focused on improving and preserving the health of all of us. We own the entire life cycle of medicines for human use, with our own factories located in Portugal and Morocco, and a Research and Development center in Torres Vedras (Portugal). We are 100% Portuguese, but also international, with a direct presence in more than 100 countries. We seek individuals with strength, determination, and vision. We are looking for a highly skilled Technician specializing in Peptides / Proteins – Drug Product Development to join our dynamic research and development team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the execution, formulation, and characterization of novel peptide-based therapeutics. Key Responsibilities : - Execute the development of complex peptide-based drug products, ensuring high-quality and efficient development and production processes. - Utilize advanced analytical techniques, such as HPLC, MS, NMR, and other spectroscopic methods, to characterize and validate properties of synthesized peptides. - Conduct thorough literature reviews and stay abreast of the latest developments in peptide and related fields, integrating new knowledge and methodologies into research projects. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize peptide-based drug products, contributing to the evaluation of structure-activity relationships. - Actively participate in the planning and implementation of research strategies, including the execution of experimental protocols, data analysis, and interpretation to support the achievement of project milestones. - Mentor and provide guidance to other team members, fostering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment for technical growth and development. - Contribute to drafting research reports, publications, and patent applications, effectively communicating scientific findings and discoveries to internal stakeholders and the broader scientific community. Education : - Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Biology or a related discipline with a focus on peptides and large molecules. Experience : - A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant industry experience in peptide drug product development and characterization, within a biotechnology or pharmaceutical research environment. - Strong proficiency in utilizing analytical instruments, such as HPLC, MS, NMR, and other spectroscopic tools, for the characterization and analysis of peptide compounds. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, with excellent communication skills and a track record of successful interdisciplinary collaboration. - Demonstrated ability to contribute to intellectual property development through patent applications or related activities. Additional Skills and Qualifications : - Some travel expected in pursuit of company objectives and presence at scientific conferences. If you believe you meet the requirements and are interested in coming to work with us, please send your resumé to [email protected] In accordance with the provisions of the GDPR and other legislation in force regarding the protection of personal data, the contracting company guarantees that the processing of your personal data is lawful, fair, transparent and limited to the purposes for which your data was collected.