II, LCMS Engineer

Job Details

Job Location:

Millcreek , UT 84106

Position Type:
Full Time

Carries out instrument repairs and calibration of laboratory equipment with appropriate SOPs and compliance with regulatory guidelines. Plays a key role in the maintenance and instrument troubleshooting of all laboratory equipment, including, but not limited to, mass spectrometers, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) systems, automated liquid handlers or preparation systems, UV and/or fluorescent detectors, and other laboratory systems.

• Perform scheduled calibrations and preventive maintenance and non-routine repair procedures in support of scientific and laboratory equipment.
• Collect, compile, measure, summarize, and record data developed during the performance of routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
• Reviews and signs off calibration data performed by other staff members to ensure compliance with SOPs and other documents.
• Perform assignments with strict adherence to written standard operating procedures where required.
• Accesses and uses all sources (e.g., manuals, tech support, internet, peers) for technical information to support familiar and unfamiliar laboratory instrumentation.
• Work with computer-controlled instrumentation and multiple software applications.
• May perform routine technical proficiency testing with additional lab staff.
• Professional and effective in all interactions with peers and customers.
• This position will generally support one specific local site; however, temporary assignments to other locations are possible.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Attend and/or complete all required company, department, and EHS required safety training.
• Maintain a safe work area.
• Assist with responding to audit findings.

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry
-OR- related Scientific field with 8-10+ years’ experience is required
-OR
- Master's Degree or equivalent in Chemistry
-OR- related Scientific field with 7+ years’ experience is required
-OR
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry
-OR- related Scientific field with 5+ years’ experience is required.

* Significant work experience will be considered as a substitution for education

• Intermediate understanding of laboratory operations and support functions.
• Intermediate understanding of laboratory safety procedures.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Intermediate knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong prioritization and organization ability
• Ability to work with complex information
• Ability to function in a fast-changing work environment
• Experience using Microsoft Office
• Experience using database software
• Interdepartmental problem-solving skills
• Project management skills
• Professionalism in all communications and interactions with senior staff, clients, and regulatory agencies

Experience with in a Contract Research Organization, drug development, mass spectrometry, bioanalysis, or a laboratory setting.

• May work with potentially hazardous substances
• Mandatory immunizations and screening as required
• Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and at a standing bench top
• Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment)
• Essential physical requirements include going up/downstairs, typing, and sitting or standing for long periods
• Physical effort requirements are moderate to high, ranging from sedentary to lifting boxes up to 10-50 pounds or more, on occasion.
• Occasional long hours and/or weekends during peak production cycles and/or staff absences
• Primary responsibilities are at the local site; however, some travel may be required for maintenance support at other Aliri Bioanalysis facilities, as well as for additional off‑site training or industry meetings