LCMS Scientist

Job Level & compensation offered may vary depending on candidates' experiences and competencies

Job Summary:

Analyzes biological or chemical samples and/or develops/validates methodologies for various compounds and components in compliance with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing.

• Maintains study documentation and laboratory records.

• Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment, including problem identification and resolution.

• Performs quality control review of data.

• Informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect integrity of the data; participates in corrective action of problems.

• Promotes a cohesive team environment.

• With supervisory assistance, assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.

• Assists in setting up and performing method development and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices.

• Performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, asking for scientific guidance as needed.

• Makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures.

• Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.

• With supervisory assistance, serves as a lead chemist on projects, overseeing a small group of technical staff.

• Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.

• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.

• Participates in new equipment and instrument assessment and qualification, as appropriate.

• Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information.

• Participates in process improvement initiatives.

• Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports.

• Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.

• Assists in writing reports and protocols.

• Writes SOPs and methods.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education/Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field

• Experience may be substituted for education.

• Ability to perform advanced computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).

• 4 years related or relevant laboratory experience required with a BS/BA degree or 1 to 2 years' experience with an MS degree.

• Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).

• Experience with use and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.

• Effective communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to design and independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis of results.

• Acts as technical resource for the department (trouble shooting, method development, qualification, maintenance and training).

• Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.

• Advanced time management skills to complete project assignments on time, with minimal or no supervision.

• Able to effectively schedule resources.

• Understands and helps staff with compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.

• Identifies process improvement opportunities, recommends solutions and implements action plans.

• Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

• Effectively interacts with internal and/or external clients.

• Acts as a project leader.

• Ability to assist in the preparation of relevant sections of final reports.

• Knowledgeable on a variety of study types, analysis procedures and methodologies