Principal Scientist, Analytical Chemistry

Johnson & Johnson

Beerse, Belgium
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High-resolution mass spectrometry (hrms)
Small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, bioconjugates
Lc/gc/sfc/ic and common lc modes
** Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Principal Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to enhance its Chemical Process Research & Development team in Beerse, Belgium. The role focuses on developing advanced analytical methods, particularly utilizing High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS), to support pharmaceutical development across various modalities. **

Job Summary

  • Develop and apply HRMS-based methods to characterize materials across small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, and bioconjugates (including ADCs), supporting both throughput-driven workflows and complex investigations.
  • Lead advanced HRMS characterization strategies for complex modality questions (e.g., bioconjugates, peptide mapping workflows, comparability, and troubleshooting), in partnership with internal SMEs and cross-functional teams.
  • Strengthen digital ways of working: contribute to more automated and reproducible data processing and reporting (e.g., workflow automation, structured data practices) to increase data‑to‑insight efficiency.

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** Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Principal Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to enhance its Chemical Process Research & Development team in Beerse, Belgium. The role focuses on developing advanced analytical methods, particularly utilizing High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS), to support pharmaceutical development across various modalities. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS)
  • small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, bioconjugates
  • LC/GC/SFC/IC and common LC modes
  • Python scripting for data processing/automation
  • analytical characterization and problem-solving

Nice-to-have

  • cooperative spirit in a diverse team
  • critical thinking and creativity
  • mentors colleagues in their areas of expertise
  • constructively challenge the status quo
  • fosters an inclusive environment

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with 5+ years relevant industrial experience
  • MSc with 9+ years relevant experience
  • 5+ years relevant industrial experience
  • 9+ years relevant experience
  • experience in one or more of peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or conjugates

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