Scientist, Research Scientist, Data Scientist

Position Title Scientist

Duration:
Initial Contract 6 months (with extensions up to two years)

Location:

North Chicago, IL, 60064; 100% onsite

Daily Work Schedule Expectations 8 hours onsite (not including lunch). Typically, 8 AM to 5 PM.

We are a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company formed in 2013. The company's mission is to use its expertise, dedicated people, and unique approach to innovation to develop and market advanced therapies that address some of the world's most complex and serious diseases. We employ approximately 50,000 people worldwide and markets medicines in more than 70 countries.

The Quantitative, Translational, and ADME Sciences Department 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.

• 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