Research Associate III

Overview

· Conduct nitrosamines and impurities evaluations (routine and non-routine) by performing chemical analysis utilizing LC/MS/MS and associated wet chemistry and sample preparation techniques.

· Conduct chemical analyses and preparation, including solid-phase extraction (SPE) and liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) in support of nitrosamines studies.

· Perform experiments specifically for nitrosamines and E&L analysis, within specified timelines.

· Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot MS instrumentation.

· Participate in investigations that correspond to atypical or out-of-specification/out-of-trend results.

· Independently plan and execute method development activities utilizing LC/MS/MS.

· Generate scientific sound experimental data following written procedures including protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

· Independently author and contribute to experimental protocols, summaries, and technical reports.

· Document and review laboratory work using an electronic laboratory notebook per Client's good documentation practices (GDP) and general good laboratory practices (GLP).

· Follow Client's Quality Manual, SOPs, and Environmental Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHS&S) guidelines in day-to-day activities, to ensure proactive compliance and continuous improvement.

· Provide support to maintain a compliant, safe, and clean working environment/laboratory.

· Evaluate analytical results, identify trends, exceptions, and interpretation of results relative to product requirements, definitions, and/or project goals.

· Competent in interpreting analytical data and presenting in a form that is suitable for a diverse audience.

· Communicate clearly with management, peers, cross-functional teammates, and non-technical audiences by openly sharing project status and hurdles and seeking input from other team members.

Qualifications:

· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities are required:

· Extensive hands-on experience with mass spectrometry analysis; specifically, MS/MS via HPLC or UHPLC tandem with APCI or ESI ionization. Experience with MassHunter preferred.

· Required knowledge and demonstrated experience of analytical chemistry with relevant laboratory skills (hands-on experience with wet chemical techniques and instrumental analysis).

· Possesses analytical problem-solving mindset, high learning agility, innovative experimental attitude along with good presentation skills.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

· Provide and accept critical feedback from others in a constructive manner.

· Demonstrates an inclusive attitude and an ability to collaborate with team members and cross-functional team members for project deliverables.

· Ability to objectively assess, organize, and clearly communicate information.

· Ability to plan and complete the assigned work to meet project deliverables in a timely manner.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications(Excel, Word, Outlook)

Education and/or Experience:

· Educational and professional qualification: PhD with 0-3 years’ experience, or a master’s with 3-5 years’ experience, or a bachelor’s with 5-7 years’ experience in a chemistry related field.

· Analytical or organic chemistry preferred.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38 - $42