Associate Scientist II/Scientist I – Chemical Biology & Mass Spectrometry Technologies Full-time NEW

Job Title

This position requires a BSc / MSc level scientist to maximize the impact and productivity of the Chemical Biology and Mass Spectrometry and Technologies (CB&MST) team for generation of data to drive pipeline decisions.

The scientist will work collaboratively with team members to transition routine, low throughput sample preparation procedures for target validation, target engagement, and off-target profiling into high precision / high throughput procedures with a focus in proteomics preparation methodologies and plate-based proteomics sample prep. The successful candidate will collaborate with teammates to optimize and perform automated sample preparation methodologies and conduct mass spectrometry-based proteomics experiments to enable this transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with team members to develop, validate, and implement automated sample preparation workflows for CB&MST activities, with an emphasis on plate-based proteomics sample preparation using cell lines, tissues and other biological matrices.

• Develop methods to automate chemical biology sample prep using magnetic bead-based enrichments and liquid handling.
• Collaborate with team members to establish, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for routine workflows.
• Operate, monitor, and assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of LC-MS instrumentation and associated laboratory equipment.
• Assist with data processing, quality assessment, and data interpretation.
• Interface and collaborate with colleagues and project teams in therapeutic areas to determine appropriate samples and amounts required for studies.

Qualifications

Basic:

• Bachelors or Masters in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical biology or related field with typically 3-5+ (BS), or 0-2+ (MS) years of experience.
• Hands-on bench skills for preparing samples for mass spectrometry, with a focus in proteomics sample preparation from cell lines and tissues.
• Ability to generate proteomics samples in 96-well plates and run samples on LC-MS instrumentation.
• Ability to work proficiently with laboratory equipment typically found in a chemical biology, biochemistry, or molecular biology laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with common laboratory equipment.

Preferred:

• Experience utilizing LC/MS for proteomics including current models of Thermo and Bruker mass spectrometers.
• Experience with automation such as the Agilent Bravo, Thermofisher KingFisher, and Opentrons Flex.
• Ability to conduct different types of proteomics experiments including whole proteomics, phosphoproteomics immunoprecipitation proteomics, and targeted MS, etc.
• Experience in basic biochemistry and molecular biology techniques including plate-based assays, SDS-PAGE, western blotting, and mammalian tissue culture is desired.
• Ability to conduct bead- and probe-based chemical biology experiments that utilize proteomics as a readout.
• Ability to effectively use AI to increase personal and team productivity.

Key Competencies:

• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.
• Learns fast, grasps the 'essence' and can change the course quickly where indicated.
• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
• Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures, and manages innovation to reality.

Additional Information

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

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Pay Range: $58656 – 110500 USD

Where We Work

Role is exclusively performed at a site or office and onsite presence is required. Employees who are site/office-based and can occasionally perform their role virtually work both in the office and remotely*, following the policies and regulations in place at their location. US Employees must be in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Three days in the office is the minimum; some individuals or teams may require more in-office days due to meetings, business/project needs or their role.