Senior Scientist – Mass Spectrometry (MS), 12 month Fixed-Term Contract

OneJobCareer; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Scientist specialising in Mass Spectrometry to join the Molecular Characterisation and Method Development team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This full-time role places you at the heart of cutting-edge analytical science and product development.

You will design and validate MS-based methods, mentor junior staff, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and contribute to regulatory documentation and scientific reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate mass spectrometry-based methods for molecular characterisation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior scientists.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and ensure high data quality and documentation.

Job description

# Senior Scientist – Mass Spectrometry (MS), 12 month Fixed-Term Contract**CSL**· Melbourne, Melbourne Region · View on mapPOSTEDNov 4, 2026## About this jobATSCHECK.PRO### Is Your Resume ATS-Ready?Find resume issues and missing keywordswith AI-powered analysis.✓ Resume analysis ✓ ATS compatibility insightsCHECK YOUR RESUME NOW →Make your resume work harder for your career.CSL is currently seeking a dedicated Senior Scientist specialising in Mass Spectrometry (MS) to join the Molecular Characterisation and Method development cross-IPT team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based at CSL’s global headquarters located in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant biomedical precinct, this full-time opportunity places you at the center of cutting-edge scientific innovation and product development.In this role, reporting directly to the Associate Director – Molecular Characterisation, you will play a pivotal part in advancing our scientific capabilities. You will provide essential leadership and hands-on expertise to contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of key mass spectrometry-based analytical methods. These methods are vital for ensuring robust and scalable support across a range of important product development activities.Key responsibilities in this position typically include:* Designing, developing, and validating robust mass spectrometry-based methods for molecular characterisation.* Collaborating within cross-functional teams and the cross-IPT to support broader product development goals.* Providing technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior team members within the laboratory setting.* Troubleshooting complex analytical instrumentation and ensuring adherence to high-quality data standards and documentation protocols.* Contributing to scientific reports, regulatory documentation, and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders.To thrive in this role, you will bring a strong background in mass spectrometry and molecular characterisation within a relevant scientific or industry setting. Your ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, combined with a commitment to scientific excellence and innovation, will be key to your success. If you are passionate about applying your technical expertise to support life-changing developments, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at CSL today.* **Company:** CSL* **Location:** Melbourne, Melbourne Region* **Job Category:** Scientific & QA Jobs* **Job Tags:** Full-time, Melbourne### ApplyHiring process handled by the employer