Scientist - LC-MS​/MS

Job Details

• Job Title:Scientist I
• Location:North Chicago, IL 60064 (
  100% Onsite
  , 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; open to candidates willing to relocate at their own expense)
• Pay Rate:$38.00 - $42.00 / hour
• Duration:6-Month Contract (with possibility of extension or conversion based on performance and business needs)

The Quantitative, Translational, and ADME Sciences Department is seeking a highly motivated team member to operate in an early-stage drug development environment (focusing on small molecules with occasional large molecule/peptide work). You will spend roughly 50% of your time in the lab running mass spectrometry and 50% at your desk conducting data review from overnight runs.

• Perform quantitative LC-MS/MS bioanalysis of synthetic molecules and peptides (biologics) supporting in-vitro bioassays and PK/PD studies.
• Daily setup, operation, and in-person troubleshooting of HPLC pumps, auto-samplers, and mass spectrometers (e.g., Agilent HPLC platforms, Diaxt mass spectrometers, Hamilton robotics).
• Perform data processing, quantitation, and data review using platforms like SCIEX Analyst.
• Maintain clear electronic laboratory notebooks, methods, and documentation in a fast-paced environment.

• Mandatory Hands-On
  
  Experience:
  
  LC-MS/MS (General LC/MS & MRM detection) and Biologics / Peptides quantitative bioanalysis experience are STRICTLY REQUIRED.
• Education Requirement:Bachelor's degree (0-3 years industry experience) or Master's degree.
• PhD Restriction:NO PhDs - candidates with a PhD will be considered overqualified for this role.
• Top Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  In-person instrument troubleshooting (HPLC/Mass Spec), LC-MS/MS setup/operation, and next-day data review/quantitation.
• Soft Skills & Indicators:Excellent soft skills are a top priority - must exhibit curiosity, positivity, strong multitasking, and quick learning abilities (demonstrated via lab projects, TA work, posters, or capstone projects on your resume).