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Scientist III

North Chicago, IL 60064

Posted: 10/04/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 614968 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range: 46-56/hr
*Depending on experience

Quantitative, Translational & ADME Sciences Department has an open position for a Scientist III position in North Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will be responsible for non-regulated quantitative LC-MS/MS bioanalysis of small molecules from in vivo and in vitro samples, including extraction, data analysis and interpretation.

Key Responsibilities Include:
• Perform high throughput quantitative in vivo and in vitro LC-MS/MS analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving of small molecule compounds from various bio-matrices.
• Operate, perform routine maintenance, and hands-on troubleshooting of AB Sciex LC-MS/MS systems.
• Maintain excellent documentation of all work including LIMS, test methods, and protocols.
• Work closely with multiple teams across Discovery and DMPK-BA to support bioanalysis.

Qualifications:
• Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline typically with 8+ (BS), 6+ (MS), or 0+ (PhD) years of relevant academica/pharmaceutical experience.
• Proven method development experience using various extraction, chromatographic and analytical methodologies.
• Proven experience with quantitative bioanalysis of small molecules.
• Proven experience operating and troubleshooting Agilent HPLCs, Leap/CTC PAL autosamplers and AB Sciex Mass Spectrometers
• The ideal candidate is detail oriented and committed to generating high-quality results within tight deadlines and across different projects.
• Proven ability to work independently or under minimal supervision in a high-throughput environment to design and conduct experiments, interpret, document, and communicate results, as well as in a team environment to collaborate successfully across other groups within R&D.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Work experience in regulated bioanalysis and/or CRO Facility settings is a plus.

Key Leadership Competencies:
• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.
• Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated.
• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
• Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.
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