Scientist III - Open Access Instrumentation Support - FSP - (, California, United States)

Scientist III - Open Access Instrumentation Support - FSP - (, California, United States)

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We are looking to fill a Scientist III - Open Access Instrumentation Support position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in S. San Francisco, CA. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off.

The Scientist III – Open Access Instrumentation Support is a laboratory-based role that operates and maintains open access liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) instrumentation and other duties as assigned by the client.

Responsibilities

Checks instrument performance daily, and performs routine upkeep of open access LC-MS instruments

Responds to end-user repair calls for LC-MS instrumentation and troubleshoots / repairs simple issues such as leaks or clogs

Submits and coordinates repair tickets for more complex issues

Coordinates cryogen orders, and performs weekly liquid nitrogen fills for nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) instruments

Performs daily sample clean up on the open access NMR systems

Cleans electrospray ionization (ESI) process source and runs standards monthly

Assists with preparation of samples and set up of data acquisition for analysis by liquid chromatography (LC), by LC-MS, and Circular Dichroism Spectroscopy (CD)

Documents LC-MS performance and uptime

Assists with purity analysis of investigational compounds by LC

Maintains accurate documentation and records

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 3-5 years of experience or a Master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 1-2 years of experience

Required Skills and Experience

Experience in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and hands-on knowledge in

LC-MS are required with an interest in expanding knowledge / background in LC-MS method

development and optimization, validation, data analysis, and sample preparation techniques

Experience in mass spectral data interpretation including structural assignments of unknown compounds

Experience with preparation of mobile phases for LC-MS instruments

Effective organizational, multi-tasking, and oral / written communications skills as the environment is fast-paced and results-oriented

Well-developed written and oral communication capabilities

Proficient in written and spoken English, is required

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Originaly published : July 4, 2024, 2 : 31 p.m.

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