Bioanalytical chemist (Research associate)

Level Zero Health; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering health tech startup is seeking a Bioanalytical Chemist to join their team in London on a 6-month fixed contract. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in analytical chemistry, specifically in mass spectrometry and HPLC, and have experience working with clinical samples. This full-time role allows for some short-term remote flexibility and aims to push the boundaries of biosensing technology.

Qualifications

• Expertise in analytical chemistry techniques and mass spectrometry.
• Experience in sample extraction from clinical samples.
• Knowledge of lipids and steroid hormones.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and LC-MS analyses for clinical samples.
• Optimize and validate protocols for hormone identification.
• Maintain and calibrate analytical instruments.

Skills

Analytical chemistry techniques

Mass spectrometry

LC-MS/MS

Sample extraction/separation

Analytical protocol development

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in chemistry or related disciplines

Tools

Triple quadrupole mass spectrometer

High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)

Job description

Bioanalytical chemist (Research associate)

About Level Zero Health Level Zero is pioneering next-generation biosensor technology for precise, real-time monitoring of critical endocrine biomarkers. Recognised as one of the top 20 startups across all categories worldwide at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024—and backed by top-tier organisations like redalpine, SOSV and Entrepreneur First—we’re pushing the boundaries of biochemistry and nanotechnology to revolutionize personalised health.

Founded by two seasoned engineers, we bring extensive experience in R&D, technical innovation, and commercial strategy to transform the way people monitor their health. Our mission is bold: to revolutionise health management by delivering clinical-grade data directly to individuals, wherever they are.

We’re seeking driven individuals to join us in pushing the boundaries of biosensing and health tech, making personalised health monitoring a reality for everyone. To achieve this ambitious vision, we’re assembling the best team in the world—dedicated to turning cutting-edge science into life-changing, real-world solutions.

About The Role

We are looking for a bioanalytical chemist to join us on a 6 month fix contract. The ideal candidate is expected to be proficient in inorganic and analytical chemistry techniques. Moreover, they should have sound knowledge and experience in working with analytical instruments, specifically a triple quadrupole mass spectrometer and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The candidate needs to have experience in working with clinical samples and a strong background in biological science. Experience working with lipids, steroid hormones, or steroid-like molecules will be required for this role.

This is a full-time, in-person role based in London, with flexibility for short-term remote work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out sample preparation extractions and carry out LC-MS analyses for clinical samples
• Help optimise and validate protocols for high-throughput identification of hormone molecules in clinical samples
• Help maintain and calibrate the analytical instruments
• Support the installation/maintenance, attend training, and manage the consumables related to the instruments
• Draft SOP and reports for the analysis of hormone molecules in clinical samples
• Work and communicate with the biosensor R&D team for sensing optimisations

What You Bring

• A master's or Ph.D. degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry or related disciplines with a background in biological science and statistics. Postdoctoral experience (university or industrial) will be a plus for this position. Right to work in the UK

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in analytical chemistry techniques, including mass spectrometry, LC-MS/MS and others
• Experience and deep understanding in sample extraction/separation in clinical samples
• Experience working with lipids, steroid hormones or steroid-like molecules using mass spectrometry
• Expertise in analytical protocol development and analysis

Nice to have

• Knowledge of ICP-MS
• Knowledge in the characterisation of different human fluids

Who You Are

• We are a young company of highly motivated individuals who work together in pursuit of our mission and impact. Each one of us is driven by the pursuit of excellence, supporting one another while taking ownership of our outcomes, and exploring uncharted territories

Be part of our journey

If you’re ready to be at the forefront of biosensing innovation and thrive in fast-paced, learning-rich environments, we’d love to hear from you. If your skills and experience do not align perfectly with this role, yet you believe you have something unique to offer, we’re keen to listen. Reach out with a short statement on how you can contribute and let’s discuss where you might fit into our team.