Research Chemist - Mass Spectrometry

Job Title: Research Chemist - Mass Spectrometry

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Research Chemist specializing in Mass Spectrometry to join our team. The successful candidate will develop and validate analytical methods, troubleshoot problems, and communicate with clients to provide project updates. This role requires significant experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, and the ability to lead and direct the work of others.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and complete more complex projects

• Develop and validate analytical methods

• Assist with project cost estimates

• Review analyses and documentation on completed projects

• Write technical reports

• Evaluate and recommend new equipment and technology

• Troubleshoot problems and perform investigations when necessary

• Communicate with clients to address questions and provide project updates

• Prepare bill memos

• Apply a wide variety of concepts, practices, procedures, and regulations

• Use creativity and judgment to accomplish goals

• Lead and direct the work of others

• Perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned

Essential Skills

• Experience with and knowledge of GC/MS and LC/MS

• Proficiency in either LCMS or GCMS

• Detailed interpretation of spectral data

• Development of mass spectrometry-based methods

• Experience with sample preparation to perform analytical methods and solve analytical problems

• Experience developing and performing trace level analysis for targeted and non-targeted techniques

• Chemical structure determination from LC/MS and GC/MS data interpretation

• Excellent organization, multitasking, project management, and communication skills

• Teamwork ability to integrate expertise into multi-technique solutions

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including data interpretation/analysis

• Ability to generate client reports and supporting documentation

• Strong computer skills (Windows, MS Office, data acquisition software)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of extractable and leachable study performance is preferred

• Trace level method validation experience is preferred

• BS in Chemistry or related degree + 10 years of mass spectrometry focused work experience

• MS in Chemistry or related degree + 5 years of mass spectrometry focused work experience

• PhD in Chemistry or related degree with mass spectrometry focused experience

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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