Chemist Job at StaffWorks, LLC, San Diego, CA

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  • StaffWorks, LLC
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Job title: BioAnalytical Chemist

Leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders seeks BioAnalytical Chemist to support in-vitro Pharmacology drug discovery efforts across multiple projects. This role provides consistent bioanalytical support, utilizing LC-MS/MS technology. Will work and learn analytical instrumentation, regularly perform bioanalytical assays, and conduct assay optimization tests. Responsible for documenting protocols, maintaining attention to detail, and presenting clear written and verbal data summaries at meetings.

The role involves supporting bioanalytical chemistry work, specifically focusing on in-vitro assays using biological samples such as tissues, blood, and urine. Hands-on experience with the LCMS system is required, including troubleshooting capabilities. The position has opened due to an increased volume of samples for a particular assay currently managed by the team, and this new role will help perform and optimize this assay into a high-throughput process. Responsibilities also include processing and analyzing data, preparing PowerPoint presentations, and maintaining detailed, accurate records while following instructions closely and demonstrating strong analytical skills.

Contributions of this role include but are not limited to:

-Performs routine bioanalytical assays to support in vitro and/or in vivo efforts

-Supports a range of activities, including LC-MS instrument operation, maintenance and troubleshooting

-Assists in assay development, optimization, and exploratory studies

-Interacts with in vitro/in vivo team to learn various aspects of drug discovery and provide bioanalytical support

-Tracks and documents instrument and assay performance

-Provides accurate documentation of protocols with clear presented written summaries in addition to frequent verbal data summaries

-Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

-BS/BA degree in biological sciences preferably related to behavioral neuroscience, pharmacology or biopsychology neuroscience and

some relevant industry experience

-Experience operating and troubleshooting UPLC-MS systems (Chromeleon preferred)

-Familiarity with High Resolution, qTime of Flight, and/or Triple Quad MS systems

-Ability to interpret chromatographic and mass spectrometry data (small molecule focus)

-Competency to perform assays consistently, efficiently and identify issues if presented

-Ability to recognize patterns or inconsistencies in data and instrumentation

-Ability to work individually and as part of a team

-Strong computer skills, knowledge of Excel, Powerpoint

-Developing communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, planning and organization skills

-Understanding importance of meeting deadlines

-A collaborative mindset and motivated work ethic

-Ability to keep accurate records

-Academic and working knowledge of analytical chemistry, chromatography, mass spectrometry, molecular biology, in vitro biological assays

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