Bioanalytical Chemistry and Mass Spectrometry Post-Master's Student

Responsibilities

• Conduct research within the facets of mass spectrometry - especially proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics.
• Work with a team of scientists, technicians, and students on multiple projects ranging from characterizing chemical exposure, understanding biological effects of chemical/non-chemical stressors, and developing biosample analysis including method development, data acquisition, and data processing.
• Contribute to different projects as needed.
• Communicate research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats during weekly meetings.
• Participate in crafting peer-reviewed publications and grant proposals.
• Attend seminars and other LANL functions to expand knowledge and broaden interests.
• Engage in networking and social events.

Requirements

• A master's degree in biology, chemistry, analytical science, or related technical field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 2 years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs.
• Demonstrated experience with analytical techniques, particularly mass spectrometry and liquid chromatography.
• Demonstrated experience with biological sample preparation leading to quantitative/qualitative results.
• Demonstrated competency with computers and software applications for word processing, data processing, and data visualization.
• Ability to maintain and record work performed, data obtained, as well as write and follow detailed protocols.
• Ability to understand and present research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week on a consistent schedule.
• Ability to manage time and see tasks to completion.

Qualifications

• General background in biology, chemistry, or analytical sciences.
• Ability to comfortably work independently and as part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and effectively execute new laboratory skills.
• Demonstrated competency with computers and software applications for word processing, data processing, and data visualization.
• Ability to maintain and record work performed, data obtained, as well as write and follow detailed protocols.
• Ability to understand and present research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week on a consistent schedule.
• Ability to manage time and see tasks to completion.

Skills

• Knowledge of any coding languages (e.g., R or Python).
• Other statistical data processing packages.
• Mass spectrometry data packages.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills through presentations at regional/national conferences and peer-reviewed publications.
• Desire to report work in peer-reviewed publications and assist in the grant proposal process.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually).
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius).