Lab Assistant – Mass Spec Bioanalysis

About the role

When you work as a Lab Assistant in the Mass Spec Bioanalysis group at KCAS, you get to further our mission by supporting laboratory operations and ensuring that scientists have the resources, materials, and environment needed to execute high-quality bioanalytical work. You will play a key role in maintaining laboratory readiness, organization, and compliance. Our Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development team uses LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry) techniques and sophisticated sample preparation methods to meet bioanalytical needs for drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical studies, including the bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites, biomarkers, and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and readiness, including waste disposal and stocking of supplies
• Prepare and monitor department-specific bulk solutions to ensure minimum inventory levels are maintained
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance activities, including balance verification, pipette verification, and incubator upkeep
• Support operation of laboratory equipment such as plate washers and assist with daily initialization and maintenance routines
• Assist with small lab equipment maintenance in coordination with Metrology
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of chemicals, PPE usage, and adherence to Safety Data Sheets
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with SOPs and GLP regulatory requirements
• Support scientific staff by ensuring timely availability of materials and operational support
• Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (AAS) with at least 1 year of related laboratory or technical experience
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures and verbal instructions
• Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Familiarity with laboratory safety practices, including PPE, chemical handling, and Safety Data Sheets
• Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g., GLP) preferred
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel; LIMS experience is a plus)
• Previous experience in a CRO or laboratory setting is a plus

Who you are

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.

Benefits

• Company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days
• Career growth with KCAS University
• Connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach
• Employee stock ownership program
• Access to the latest technology
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community

Who we are

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another's growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people.