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Mass Spectrometry Research Officer, Chemistry
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Primary
Purpose:
This specialist position is responsible for enabling research, teaching, and development for all researchers using the Mass Spectrometry (MS) suite of instruments at the Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre (SSSC). The specialist will serve as a member of the Department of Chemistry in partnership with the SSSC, provide training as a secondary specialist in the SSSC Surface Science Suite (emphasis on X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy), and manage the MS suite—including maintenance, operational management, and execution of MS services and research duties.
Current equipment includes four mass spectrometers (MALDI‑Q‑TOF, LC‑Q‑TOF‑MS/MS, LC‑TOF, and GC‑TOF) and new instruments may be added over the lifetime of the position. The Research Officer must quickly become proficient with any new instrumentation and provide maintenance support.
Nature of Work: The role works in the SSSC alongside scientists managing other instrument suites. It is expected to be largely self‑directed, independent, and self‑sufficient, solving new situations and challenges daily with minimal supervision. Administrative reporting is formally to the Department Head, with day‑to‑day reporting to SSSC management.
Mass spectrometry research and analytical services are provided daily. Responsibilities include performing measurements tailored to researchers’ needs, discussing experimental design, developing scientific methodology, training graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and supporting undergraduate chemistry laboratories.
Instruments are maintained on a regular basis—daily, weekly, or monthly. Tasks involve diagnostics, repairs, vacuum pump servicing, cooling system monitoring, software updates, and other responsibilities required of all suite managers.
Typical Duties or Accountabilities
Enabling Research, Teaching and Scholarly Work
Provides state‑of‑the‑art mass spectrometry services for students, faculty, and other researchers.
Carries out mass spectrometry measurements on request.
Assists with data interpretation.
Ensures mass spectrometers operate to specifications.
Designs experiments to research standards by consulting literature and technical experts.
Maintains up‑to‑date technical knowledge to meet researchers’ needs.
Coordinates instrument time for users.
Assists with technical information for grant applications, obtains vendor quotes, and attends on‑site demonstrations.
Supports department members and undergraduate labs with liquid chromatographs, gas chromatographs, and mass spectrometers.
Directs researchers to campus resources.
Maintains confidentiality as required.
Communications/Relationships
Maintains effective and collaborative relationships with all researchers across campus.
Financial and Resource Management
Requests price quotations for maintenance parts.
Reduces costs for instrument operation and maintenance.
Records billing information in administrative software.
Manges a secondary account ledger for annual MS laboratory expenses.
Orders supplies and consumables for the mass spectrometry laboratory.
Best Practices
Maintains a safe working environment, teaches proper safety and instrument‑handling procedures, and ensures protocol compliance.
Verifies that data are transferred to researchers through the University datastore.
Education
A minimum of a graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in science or engineering is required.
Experience
Several years of experience in research involving mass spectrometry and analytical instrumentation.
Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of mass spectrometry instrumentation, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, chromatography techniques (HPLC, GC), ionization methods (MALDI, ESI, EI, field desorption), and single and tandem MS.
Ability to learn and adapt to new software packages as they become available.
Skills in electronics and mechanical systems relevant to mass spectrometry, particularly vacuum technology.
Proactive, independent, and strong problem‑solving skills.
Strong one‑on‑one communication with ability to discuss projects with various researchers.
Professional, accountable, flexible, and capable of meeting priorities and deadlines.
Employment Details
Department:
Chemistry
Position:
Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Shift: Mon‑Fri 8:00‑4:30
FTE: 1.0
Salary: $69,035.00 – $ per annum (starting salary commensurate with education and experience)
Salary Family:
Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band:
Phase 2
Posted Date: 6/19/2026
Closing Date: 7/30/2026 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location:
On Campus
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity‑deserving groups. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to grow and succeed.
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