Scientist
Spectraforce
North Chicago, Illinois
2 hours ago
Job Description
Job Title: Scientist
Duration: 6 months (extension up to 2 years possible)
Location: North Chicago, IL, 60064; 100% onsite
First Shift, Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm (possibility of earlier than 8am depending on job tasks)
Description:
Quantitative, Translational & ADME Sciences Department at the Client has an open position for a Scientist III 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 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, test methods, and protocols.
• Work closely with multiple teams across Discovery and DMPK-BA 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 small molecules.
• 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.
Top 3 – 5 Skills Needed for each role
1. Quantitative LC-MS experience
2. Proven record of independent work
3. Understanding of small molecule analysis in biomatrix
4. Understanding of peptides and proteins in biomatrix is a plus
5. Reverse phase method development is a plus.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 51.95/hr.
Duration: 6 months (extension up to 2 years possible)
Location: North Chicago, IL, 60064; 100% onsite
First Shift, Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm (possibility of earlier than 8am depending on job tasks)
Description:
Quantitative, Translational & ADME Sciences Department at the Client has an open position for a Scientist III 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 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, test methods, and protocols.
• Work closely with multiple teams across Discovery and DMPK-BA 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 small molecules.
• 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.
Top 3 – 5 Skills Needed for each role
1. Quantitative LC-MS experience
2. Proven record of independent work
3. Understanding of small molecule analysis in biomatrix
4. Understanding of peptides and proteins in biomatrix is a plus
5. Reverse phase method development is a plus.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 51.95/hr.