Analyst I/II - LC-MS (Bioanalytical)

About the role

We are looking for an Analyst I or Analyst II to join our LCMS team in San Diego and play a key role in supporting high-quality sample analysis for our sponsors. In this role, you’ll run LC/MS/MS assays, contribute to assay development and validation, troubleshoot methods, and run sample analysis projects from preparation through data processing and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Run assays independently (LC/MS/MS)
• Prepare worksheets with minimal supervision
• Prepare plate maps
• Serve as lead analyst on sample analysis projects
• Troubleshoot assays
• Compile and process data
• Prepare summary tables
• Peer review raw data
• Order reagents
• Participate in assay development and validation
• Adhere to provided method/directive
• Prepare reagents
• Use LIMS system
• Participate in sample analysis
• Pipetting
• Adhere to safety requirements
• Keep accurate inventory of supplies for assays
• Responsible for accurate record keeping with regard to sponsor's samples, data, and reports (documentation according to GxP guidelines)
• Other duties as needed

Requirements

Analyst I

• Associate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, biology, immunology, or related field; or equivalent experience in a scientific environment with not less than two (2) years' experience in a scientific laboratory environment
• OR Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, biology, immunology, or related field with not less than one (1) year experience in a scientific laboratory environment

Analyst II

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, biology, immunology, or related field with not less than two (2) years' experience in a scientific laboratory environment
• OR Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, biology, immunology, or related field with not less than one (1) year experience in a scientific laboratory environment

Skills

• Ability to carry out routine tasks accurately, following strict methodology to carry out analysis, preparing samples and maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment
• Previous hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS (LCMS) instrumentation and bioanalytical sample analysis is strongly preferred
• Must work effectively within team to meet objectives under time constraints
• Ability to take direction well and multi-task
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Experience working in a GxP environment preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in the use of MS Excel and Word

Working Environment

• Primarily laboratory environment
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms
• Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, toxic materials, and hazardous waste
• Personal protective equipment required, such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for up to eight (8) hours per day
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment
• Frequent mobility needed
• Frequent crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects, including laboratory equipment, laboratory supplies, and laptop computer, with a maximum lift of 20 pounds
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups
• Requires multiple periods of intense concentration
• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence
• Ability to perform under stress and multi-task
• Regular and consistent attendance

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours as published in the BioAgilytix Employee Handbook
• Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (HDHP with HSA; PPO)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (medical; dependent care)
• Short Term Disability | Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (4 weeks per year)
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays (9 scheduled; 5 floating)
• 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

• Analyst I Hourly Rate: $22.50–$27.50 per hour
• Analyst II Hourly Rate: $27.00–$35.20 per hour