MS Scientist – Lab Manager IV

About the role

The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day operations in the Mass Spectrometry Facility, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. They will also develop complex projects and procedures independently, manage inventory and equipment, and write grant applications and manuscripts.

Responsibilities

• Act as the go-to subject matter expert for mass spectrometry, including custom method development, automation initiatives, and troubleshooting to enhance analytical precision and continuous improvements in mass spectrometry-based omics.
• Ideal candidate should be able to identify erroneous results and execute rapid fault-diagnosis, root-cause identification, and corrective action on mass spectrometers.
• Perform hands-on work in all aspects of LC–MS/MS workflows, including sample preparation, method development and setup, and data acquisition.
• Train, mentor, and supervise technical staff; foster a culture of precision, accountability, and teamwork.
• Collaborate with researchers to design, optimize, and execute mass spectrometry based studies.
• Maintain accurate records of instrument performance, sample tracking, and results within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Proven practice in using samples, controls, and standards to create robust reference materials to accurately review and analyze output data.

Requirements

• PhD or Master’s degree with 5 years experience in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience operating and maintaining mass spectrometers.
• Preferably 3 + years in a core facility environment working with Thermo Mass Spectrometry instrumentation, with demonstrated experience in method development.
• Proven experience in LC–MS sample preparation, data acquisition, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and workflow while maintaining personal engagement in laboratory operations.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• A proactive mindset, able to adapt and perform under pressure.
• Specifically, demonstrate ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-throughput core facility environment.
• Driven and detail-focused scientist who thrives in a collaborative and high-throughput lab environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree with 5 years experience in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience operating and maintaining mass spectrometers.
• Preferably 3 + years in a core facility environment working with Thermo Mass Spectrometry instrumentation, with demonstrated experience in method development.
• Proven experience in LC–MS sample preparation, data acquisition, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and workflow while maintaining personal engagement in laboratory operations.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• A proactive mindset, able to adapt and perform under pressure.
• Specifically, demonstrate ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-throughput core facility environment.
• Driven and detail-focused scientist who thrives in a collaborative and high-throughput lab environment.

Benefits

• Health Sciences Core Research Facilities
• The University of Pittsburgh is establishing a state-of-the-art, multi-omics facility to support research and clinical translational programs in multiple OMICS disciplines including proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., schedule as set with supervisor

Physical Effort

• Sitting and standing for long periods, walking around campus to attend meetings.
• Bending and lifting to put away supplies.
• Lifting to 30 pounds.
• Reading small print on tubes, vials and documents.
• Working in a lab under standard lighting.

Work Arrangement

• On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Required Documents

• Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Not Applicable

Background Check

• For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check.

Child Protection Clearances

• Not Applicable

Relocation Offered

• No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

• No