Metabolomics Scientist (W/M)

Lesaffre Iberica SA; France; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading biotechnology company in France is seeking a Metabolomics Scientist to join their R&D team. You will be responsible for designing and optimizing metabolomics workflows, ensuring data quality, and analyzing complex datasets. Collaboration with bioinformaticians and presenting findings are key aspects of the role. Ideal candidates should have experience with mass spectrometry and a strong analytical background. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and advancements in biotechnology.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and optimizing workflows for metabolomics and lipidomics.
• Ability to validate methods and ensure data quality.
• Skills in analyzing complex datasets and interpreting metabolic pathways.
• Ability to interpret complex metabolic data for project decisions.

Responsabilités

• Design, develop, and optimize metabolomics workflows.
• Perform method validation and ensure data quality.
• Analyze datasets using bioinformatics tools.
• Operate and maintain mass spectrometry instruments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Develop sample prep protocols and manage data organization and LIMS.
• Collaborate with bioinformaticians and biostatisticians; present findings; write reports and SOPs.

Connaissances

LC-MS/MS workflow optimization

Method validation

Bioinformatics tools

Statistical analysis

Mass spectrometry operation

Laboratory information management

Outils

Mass spectrometry instrumentation

TOF MS

Description du poste

As metabolomics scientist, you will join the Analytical Sciences and Discovery Center of Excellence, in our R&D team at Lesaffre.

You will contribute to the success of R&D projects through the metabolomics and lipidomics characterization necessary for the development of new processes and products.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Analysis

• Design, develop, and optimize metabolomics and lipidomics workflows using LC-MS/MS.
• Perform method validation and ensure data quality through rigorous QC procedures.
• Analyze complex metabolomics datasets using bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.
• Interpret metabolic pathway alterations to answer biological questions.

Technical Operations

• Operate and maintain mass spectrometry instrumentation (Orbitrap, TOF or similar platforms).
• Troubleshoot instrument performance issues and optimize analytical conditions.
• Develop and implement sample preparation protocols for various biological samples.
• Manage sample tracking, data organization, and laboratory information management systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in metabolomics/lipidomics.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including bioinformaticians and biostatisticians.
• Present research findings at internal meetings.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and SOPs.