Senior Scientist

Job Title: Principal Investigator/Senior Scientist

Location: Midwest

Full-time

We are working with a bioanalytical laboratory supporting drug candidates from discovery through clinical trials, providing GLP and Non-GLP LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS quantitation and PK/TK analytical services. We are seeking a seasoned Principal Investigator/Senior Scientist to lead and manage bioanalytical projects with a focus on mass spectrometry and LC-MS/MS methodologies.

Role Summary:

The Principal Investigator/Senior Scientist will oversee method development, validation, sample analysis, and project documentation to support drug development studies, ensuring compliance with procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Report project timelines, data, and results to management and clients
• Manage projects to ensure timely completion
• Provide expertise in method development and validation
• Serve as a resource for laboratory operations
• Maintain and troubleshoot LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS equipment
• Collaborate with QA to ensure regulatory compliance
• Prepare technical laboratory procedures and documents
• Occasionally travel for professional development and client meetings
• May supervise laboratory personnel
• Perform QC review of data
• Participate in research projects for publications and presentations
• Represent the company in webinars, seminars, and professional meetings
• Provide technical training to employees
• Assist laboratory management as needed

Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry or related field with 2+ years of experience in a bioanalytical CRO, or B.S. in chemistry or related field with 4+ years of experience in a bioanalytical CRO
• 2+ years in a regulated bioanalytical mass spectrometry laboratory
• 1-3 years of supervisory or managerial experience preferred
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and Adobe Acrobat

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage at no cost
• Paid vacations and holidays
• 401K with 3% employer contribution
• Performance-based bonus program