Research Assistant - Halifax, Canada - Solid State Pharma

Solid State Pharma

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Tue, January 03, 2023

Summary:

There are many characterizations and deep science procedures in pharmaceutical research. The aim for this coop position is to optimize some of these operations. For example, developing procedure for particle size analysis and aspect ratio analysis using microscopy.

Another research example would be determining the kinetics of polymorph conversion of an organic molecule as a function of equilibrium concentration and type of solvent.

There will be wealth of learning.

Job Responsibility:

Performing experiments and characterizing the resulting solids using applicable instruments, i.e. XRPD, DSC, microscopy, etc.
Performing solubility measurement of solids in solvents
Record all the results in accordance with SSPI best practices
Write high quality weekly and final reports in accordance with SSPI best practices
Routinely present project results to supervisor
Follow the safety rules and housekeeping principles to maintain a clean and safe work environment
Other responsibilities as assigned

Skills:

Knowledge about Microsoft Office is a must (Excel)
Be willing to work in a fastpaced lab environment and conduct experimental work
Wet chemistry experience (weighing, pipetting, safe handling of common chemicals) is preferred
Familiarity or experience with techniques such as XRPD, DSC, or microscopy is a plus
Must have completed at least 4 semesters in Experimental Science or Engineering
Minimum cumulative GPA of B

Closing Date:

Open until filled.