Instrument Readiness Specialist

Position Summary

The Instrument Readiness Specialist provides hands‑on operational and technical support for LC‑MS, HPLC, and GC‑MS instrumentation within a laboratory environment. This role ensures analytical instruments are properly maintained, calibrated, and ready for use, while supporting sample preparation, data integrity, and compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards. The position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced laboratory setting.

Contract Length: 12 Months with the possibility of extension

Pay range: $20 to $ 26/hour on W2 as per your experience

• Operate LC‑MS, HPLC, and GC‑MS systems following approved SOPs and validated methods
• Perform instrument startup and shutdown
• Load analytical methods and set up sample sequences
• Run samples and acquire data
• Conduct routine system checks
• Prepare samples (dilution, extraction, filtration, derivatization if required)
• Prepare reagents and mobile phases
• Select and manage laboratory consumables
• Ensure proper sample labeling and handling
• Monitor instrument performance (pressure, flow rates, vacuum systems, detector response, mass accuracy)
• Identify deviations or abnormal trends and report issues
• Perform preventive maintenance such as leak checks, column flushing, injector cleaning, ion source cleaning, calibration, and tuning verification
• Maintain accurate logs for instrument usage and maintenance
• Document deviations and corrective actions
• Archive raw data and analytical results according to company standards
• Support audit readiness and quality assurance activities
• Follow laboratory safety and environmental health procedures
• Work closely with scientists, project leads, and site stakeholders
• Participate in required safety and technical training programs

• Working knowledge of LC‑MS, HPLC, and GC‑MS instrumentation
• Hands‑on experience with instrument operation and preventive maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Ability to follow SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience
• Associate’s degree in a scientific/technical field with 5+ years of hands‑on analytical instrument experience
• High School diploma/GED with 7+ years of directly related laboratory experience

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.