Research Associate, Research Scientist, Biotech Research

Brown University

The Research Associate is a specialized scientific staff member within the Proteomics Core Facility who independently managesassigned research projects from design/project intake through project closeout while supporting mass spectrometry
-basedproteomics and small molecule/metabolite analyses for a diverse research community. The Research Associate independently perform sand coordinates sample preparation, LC-MS/MS acquisition, quality control, evaluates data, manages project status and intakedocumentation in iLabs, conducts client consultations including project closeouts/follow-up meetings, and provides technical oversight and training to undergraduate researchers. Thiscross-disciplinary role is essential to maintaining and expanding the Core's analytical services which requires advanced knowledge ofprotein biochemistry, analytical chemistry, chromatography, high resolution mass spectrometry, data interpretation, and research project management.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of one yearfrom the date of hire, which may be extended based upon available funding.

• Required:
  
  Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, proteomics, metabolomics, or a closely related fieldplus 2-5 years' related experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with mass spectrometry andLC/MS workflows, including sample preparation, method execution and optimization, LC-MS data acquisition and analysis, instrument operation and troubleshooting, and interpretation of experimentalresults. Experience providing technical support or guidance to research projects and communicating analytical results to scientific collaborators is also required.
• Knowledge of laboratory approaches and techniques in the areasof Proteins, Chemistry, and Biochemistry required.
• And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with small molecule or metabolite LC/MS analysis is strongly desired. Candidate must understand the distinct sample preparation, chromatographic, and acquisition requirements ofpeptide/protein vs metabolite workflows.
• Strong computer skills with experience using software for the analysis of protein mass spectrometry data is stronglyadvantageous, specifically Spectromine, Spectronaut, Proteome Discoverer.
• Experience working with proteins (i.e. Western Blots, BCAs,Purification, performing proteomic sample prep (e.g. ProtifiS-Trap, In-solution digestion, Barocycler assisted-digestion,on-bead digestion, Pre Omics etc.) is desirable.

• Required:
  
  Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, proteomics, metabolomics, or a closely related fieldplus 5-7 years' related experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with mass spectrometry andLC/MS workflows, including sample preparation, method execution and optimization, LC-MS data acquisition and analysis, instrument operation and troubleshooting, and interpretation of experimentalresults. Experience providing technical support or guidance to research projects and communicating analytical results to scientific collaborators is also required.
• Knowledge of laboratory approaches and techniques in the areasof Proteins, Chemistry, and Biochemistry required.
• Experience working with proteins (i.e. Western Blots, BCAs,Purification, performing proteomic sample prep (e.g. ProtifiS-Trap, In-solution digestion, Barocycler assisted-digestion,on-bead digestion, Pre Omics etc.) required.
• And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with small molecule or metabolite LC/MS analysis is strongly desired. Candidate must understand the distinct sample preparation, chromatographic, and acquisition…