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We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.\nAt Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.\nWith an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.\nWe’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!\nSENIOR SCIENTIST, ANALYTICAL DEVELOPMENT & QUALITY CONTROL (ADQC)\nSUMMARY:\nSeeking an experienced analytical chemist to join our Analytical Development & Quality Control (ADQC) group at the Senior Scientist level. The ideal candidate will be familiar with a broad range of analytical chemistry techniques, possess a strong work ethic and strong technical background, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, and have experience working in a GMP environment. The successful candidate will be able to perform the following responsibilities with a high degree of independence and attention to detail.\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\nDevelop and validate analytical methods for Starting Materials and peptides\nCharacterize new reference standards by a variety of analytical techniques\nConduct routine and non-routine analysis of Raw and Starting Material samples\nDocument and compile data for quality review\nReview data for compliance to specifications\nConduct analytical investigations\nAuthor scientific reports and portions of the CMC section of regulatory filings\nAuthor SOPs as needed (e.g., analytical methods, equipment procedures, and material specifications)\nPresent at internal and cross-functional scientific meeting\nREQUIREMENTS:\nPh.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with at least 2 years of industry experience\nSkilled in developing methods using LC-MS, HPLC, and GC\nGood understanding of the drug development process\nPractical knowledge of GMP requirements, with hands-on GMP experience preferred\nFamiliarity with ICH and FDA method validation guidelines, including phase-appropriate strategies\nAbility to problem solve, manage priorities and maintain aggressive timelines for multiple projects\nAbility to work productively and independently within a team or matrix environment\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nPlease visit our website, http://www.ionis.com for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition #IONIS003987\nIonis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details: Ionis Benefits\nFull Benefits Link: https://ionis.com/careers#:~:text=Highly%20competitive%20benefits\nThe pay scale for this position is $113,856 to $150,241\nNO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PRINCIPALS ONLY.\nIonis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and all its subsidiaries are proud to be EEO employers.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4028,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":2,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"phd","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Health Care"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-01T20:37:24Z"}],"liveness":{"score":5,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.193,"p_room":0.28,"age_days":106,"expected_fill_days":21,"reasons":["conf:4","win:tail","crowd:junior"],"computed_at":"2026-10-02T01:06:47Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":150241,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/ionis-scientist","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/ionis-scientist.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-02T01:06:47Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":1177,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":3823,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-03T00:00:00Z"}}}