Scientist; R&D Toxicology

Position: Scientist (R&D Toxicology)
Job-:
Scientist

Location:

Chantilly, VA, United States Workplace:
On-site daily

Schedule:

Full time, Day Posted:
Regular or Temporary:
Regular Weekly

Working Hours:

40.00

Salary Minimum: 80,000.00

Salary Maximum: AIP Target %: 3

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $ / year Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
· Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
· Best-in-class well-being programs
· Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
· healthy MINDS mental health program
· Vacation and Health/Flex Time
· 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
· Fin Fit financial coaching and services
· 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
· Employee stock purchase plan
· Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
· Flexible Spending Accounts
· Annual incentive plans
· Matching gifts program
· Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
· Career advancement opportunities
· and so much more!

The R&D Toxicology Scientist will develop, plan, conduct, and document results from complex experimental studies in clinical, forensic, or environmental toxicology. This role heavily features high-recovery sample preparation, including solid-phase extraction (SPE) of biological matrices such as urine, oral fluid, serum, or whole blood specimens, for qualitative and quantitative analysis on LC-MS/MS platforms. The scientist will analyze experimental data and author comprehensive technical reports correlating findings to product, process, or assay performance.

Activities will span individual project ownership as well as collaborative participation on cross-functional teams, with opportunities to assume technical leadership and project coordination responsibilities.

Qualifications Required

Work Experience:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 5+ years of progressive laboratory or industry experience demonstrating significant analytical capabilities.

Or a Master's degree (MS) with 3–5 years of laboratory or industry experience.

Or a Doctoral degree (PhD) with a thesis focused on related analytical methodologies and hands-on laboratory experience (suitable for candidates seeking an industry-based post-doctoral opportunity).Hands-on operational expertise and troubleshooting experience with Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) systems.

Proficiency in chromatographic data processing, qualitative/quantitative review, and analysis software.

Extensive experience with biological sample handling, micro-pipetting, and biofluid extraction techniques.

Demonstrated experience developing or validating LC-MS/MS assays in compliance with strict regulatory frameworks, such as CLSI, ANSI/ASB, CAP, NYSDOH, or ISO regulations.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Frequently required to utilize precise manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate sensitive laboratory tools, pipettes, and advanced instrumentation, as well as reach with hands and arms.

Frequently required to maintain seated or standing positions for extended periods, with occasional walking and stooping.

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