RCI-ABBV-Scientist; Bioanalysis​/ADME​/PK​/PD​/LCMS​/MS

Length of Initial Contract 6 months (with extensions up to two years)
Daily Work Schedule Expectations

8 hours onsite (not including lunch). Typically, 8 AM to 5 PM

• Operation of instrumentation used for LC-MS/MS
• Review and quantitation of LC-MS/MS data
• Maintain excellent documentation of methods and keen attention to detail
• Familiarity with automated liquid handling robots is a plus
• Familiarity with bioassays and drug development is a plus

The client in North Chicago, IL is seeking a highly motivated team member to operate in an LCMS-based quantitative bioanalytical role to support research and development projects.

• The successful candidate will be in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision once trained.
• The candidate will be responsible for quantitative LC-MS/MS bioanalysis of synthetic molecules and peptides, data analysis and interpretation, and documentation.

• Perform quantitative LC-MS/MS of synthetic molecules and peptides from in-vitro and in-vivo biomatrices to support ADME bioassays and PK/PD studies.
• Operate and troubleshoot LC-MS/MS instrumentation and perform routine maintenance of LC-MS/MS equipment.
• Maintain excellent documentation of all work, including electronic lab notebooks, methods, and protocols.

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., chemistry, biology, pharmacology, or related disciplines), with typically 0-3 years of experience, or a master’s degree with no additional experience.
• Experience with quantitative bioanalysis of synthetic molecules and peptides.
• Hands‑on experience with one or more current LC‑MS/MS platforms (e.g., Sciex triple quadrupoles, Agilent HPLCs, Shimadzu HPLCs, PAL autosamplers, ADDA, LS-II) and software (e.g., Analyst, Discovery Quant, Lead Scape, Sciex OS, Electronic Laboratory Notebook).
• Familiarity with automated sample preparation platforms.
• Familiarity with ADME, PK, PD, and bioassays.
• A good understanding of analytical methodologies used for synthetic molecules and peptide quantitation (acquisition, processing, and troubleshooting).
• Ability to work independently or under minimal supervision to conduct experiments, as well as interpret, document, and communicate results.
• Ability to balance generating high quality data within a standardized, streamlined, and high-throughput environment.
• Ability to work effectively with team members in a dynamic environment, self-motivate, multitask, meet frequent tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.