Scientist, Polymer Chemistry - Development Chemistry (Contract)
Eyconis · Redwood City, California, United States · Posted May 27, 2026
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Position Summary
Eyconis is seeking a highly motivated individual to contribute to chemical process development with primary focus on (bio-)polymer modification. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory-based activities to support Eyconis’ late phase process development program. Collaborating closely with a team of scientists and engineers, the candidate will engage in reaction and process optimization, and scale-up initiatives. This position offers significant opportunities for scientific growth while contributing to the advancement of innovative, complex, and impactful drugs for patients. This is an on-site position located in Redwood City and reports to the Director, Development Chemistry.
Primary Responsibilities – This Role Includes:
Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret reaction/process optimization, scale-up, and other experimental development studies
Design, conduct, analyze, and interpret analytical methods in support of development chemistry activities and priorities
Document experimental results in an ELN and write technical protocols/reports as needed
Present data at group and cross-functional team meetings
Identify and propose solutions to laboratory problems
Keep current with developments in the field of (bio-)polymer, and polymer analytical chemistry
Support general laboratory operations by coordinating instrument maintenance, laboratory supplies, and adherence to safety protocols
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support program goals and milestones