Bioanalytical Scientists for Biomarkers, Northeast Pharmaceutical Company, Position 438

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The successful candidate will have experience developing partnerships in a matrix environment, influencing project strategies, and leadership in technology development and implementation. He or she must have experience mentoring analytical scientists in a team environment. Additional responsibilities include planning of laboratory activities, understanding, developing, and advocating therapeutic area biomarker strategies to use in scientific decision-making. This position includes leadership in all phases of bioanalytical laboratory operations including technology evaluations, the development of sample preparation, separation and detection methods, data analysis, interpretation, reporting and follow up discussions with the project teams on utilizing the data for appropriate decision making. 

RESPONSIBILITES:

· Quantitative analysis of peptides and small molecules identified as novel biomarkers

· Development, characterization, & implementation of appropriate extraction and purification techniques (e.g., protein precipitation, liquid-liquid extraction and SPE)

· Implementation and validation of LC/MS, LC/MS/MS, and/or immunoanalytical methodology

· Routine use of HPLC equipment, triple quadrupole MS/MS technology, liquid handling systems, immunoanalytical platforms, and Watson LIMS are required

· Expertise in biological sample handling and preparation, and laboratory automation

· Publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals

· External and internal presentations

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

• Bachelors Degree in Relevant Field, (Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology)
• Bachelors (>10 years), Masters (>8 years), or  Doctorate Degree (>5 years) in relevant scientific field with industrial experience
• Significant experience in development, characterization, and implementation of quantitative analytical assays (mass spectrometry & immunoanalytical) using wet chemical sample preparation methods and instrumentation.
• Experience working in a matrix scientific discipline and team
• Significant experience leading a scientific team, working through others, technical leadership and innovation, and mentoring

DESIRABLE:

• Doctorate in Relevant Field (Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology)
• Experience in pharmaceutical ADME disciplines and science, primarily bioanalytical
• Candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to present data/results in a multidisciplinary and matrix team environment
• Well organized, self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to work in a team environment

Please email your CV/Resume to cv@mspeople.net