Scientist II (LC-MS/MS)

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Pay Range - $30 to $35/hr. (negotiable)

Job Description:
Job Roles & Responsibilities:

• Quantitative, Translational & Sciences Department has an open position for a Scientist II position in North Chicago, IL.


• The successful candidate will be responsible for non-regulated quantitative LC-MS/MS bioanalysis of small molecules from in vivo and in vitro samples, including extraction, data analysis and interpretation.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Perform high throughput quantitative in vivo and in vitro LC-MS/MS analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving of small molecule compounds from various bio-matrices.


• Operate, perform routine maintenance, and do hands-on troubleshooting of LC-MS/MS systems.


• Trained and mentored junior scientists.


• Maintained excellent documentation of all work, including LIMS, electronic notebooks, test methods, and protocols.


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


• Write or contribute to study reports for regulatory submissions.

Qualifications:

• M.S. (2 years), or B.S. (6 years) in analytical chemistry or related field years of relevant academic/pharmaceutical industry experience.


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


• Proven experience with quantitative bioanalysis of small molecules.


• Proven experience operating and troubleshooting Agilent HPLCs, Leap/CTC PAL autosampler,s and 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 and 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 the 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.


• Create a learning environment that is open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.


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