My small & mighty biotech client is looking for a lead analytical chemist to join their team. If you are looking to be on the cutting edge and contribute to a new class of therapies, this is the role for you!Keys to the role are excellence in bench-level analytical development including HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, with the characterization of peptides a must. Ideally Phd+4-8 years of industry or MSBS+10-20 years of industry. Role is 25% at bench, 75% management.Experience on the drug product side and regulatory (e.g. INDIDE submissions) a must and seasoned communication with external partners.Located in the heart of Chicago, with easy Metra train access for our suburban commuters & shuttles to our incubator hub.