Scientist II - Mass Spec Development

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world's health while problem solving and innovating in the field - that is what Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day.

If that gets you excited too, then maybe working as a Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you.

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When you work as a Scientist II in the Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development group at KCAS, you get to further our mission by leveraging your knowledge in bioanalytical and scientific principles to independently execute defined aspects of studies, from study setup through data generation, as well as support development activities.

You will utilize your scientific foundation to assess data integrity and troubleshoot with limited oversight.
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Our Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development team uses LCMS (Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry) techniques to conduct sophisticated sample preparation to meet bioanalytical needs for drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical studies, including bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites, biomarkers, and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.
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In this role, we will rely on you to:
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* Execute study activities including sample preparation (extractions, enrichments/affinity capture, digestions), LCMS analysis, and data processing with limited supervision\n


* Support method development, qualification, and optimization activities\n


* Troubleshoot technical issues and propose solutions with limited guidance\n


* Analyze data and prepare summaries for senior scientists to aid in client updates\n


* Ensure compliance of study activities with pertinent portions of study protocol, SOPs & regulatory requirements\n


* Communicate study progress and risks to senior staff\n


* Provide informal guidance to junior staff as needed\n


* Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values\n

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To qualify specifically for this role, you will have:
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* Bachelor's or master's in chemistry, Biochemistry or chemical/biochemical engineering, or related field with at least 2-4 years of experience with LC-MS/MS\n


* Hands-on experience with bioanalytical sample preparation, quantitative LC-MS/MS, and chromatography\n


* Experience supporting method development, qualification, and troubleshooting\n


* Experience with small molecule analysis; proteins, peptides, or biomarkers experience preferred\n


* Familiarity with reversed phase or HILIC chromatography and standard bioanalytical workflows\n


* Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP/GxP) preferred\n

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Depending on your background and qualifications, we may consider hiring you for one of three levels of Scientist roles at KCAS Bio.

This will be determined during the interview process.

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any po...