Scientist

On-Site Position

First Shift, Mon-Fri, 8am - 5pm (possibility of earlier than 8am depending on job tasks)

Top 3 - 5 Skills Needed for each role

1. Attention to detail

2. Ability to operate under deadlines with quick turnaround times

3. Experience with analytical instrumentation (specifically Sciex 5500/6500 triple quadrupole mass spectrometers and Agilent HPLC systems)

4. Independent troubleshooting of instrumentation

5. Ability to operate independently and as part of broader team

Key Responsibilities Include:

* Perform high throughput quantitative in vivo and in vitro LC-MS/MS analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving of synthetic molecules and peptides from various bio-matrices.

* Operate, perform routine maintenance, and hands-on troubleshooting of AB Sciex LC-MS/MS systems.

* Maintain excellent documentation of all work including LIMS, ELN, test methods, and protocols.

* Work closely with multiple teams across Discovery and QTAS to support bioanalysis.

Qualifications:

* Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline typically with 8+ (BS), 6+ (MS), or 0+ (PhD) years of relevant academia/pharmaceutical experience.

* Proven method development experience using various extraction, chromatographic and analytical methodologies.

* Proven experience with quantitative bioanalysis of synthetic compounds and peptides.

* Proven experience operating and troubleshooting Agilent HPLCs, Leap/CTC PAL autosamplers and AB Sciex Mass Spectrometers

* The ideal candidate is detail oriented and committed to generating high-quality results within tight deadlines and across different projects.

* Proven ability to work independently or under minimal supervision in a high-throughput environment to design and conduct experiments, interpret, document, and communicate results, as well as in a team environment to collaborate successfully across other groups within R&D.

* Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

* Work experience in regulated bioanalysis and/or CRO Facility settings is a plus.

Key Leadership Competencies:

* Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.

* Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated.

* Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.

* Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.

* Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.