Scientist III

The Fountain Group

Illinois

On-site

USD 68,880 - 81,278

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a candidate for a contract position involving high throughput quantitative LC-MS/MS analysis in North Chicago. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Biochemistry or a related field along with significant bioanalytical experience. Responsibilities include performing and documenting LC-MS/MS analysis and cooperating with cross-functional teams. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and may lead to extensions depending on performance.

Qualifications

8+ years for BS, 6+ years for MS, or 0+ years for PhD in relevant fields.
Strong experience in bioanalytical LC/MS.
Proven method development and quantitative bioanalysis experience.

Responsibilities

Perform high throughput quantitative LC-MS/MS analysis.
Operate and maintain AB Sciex LC-MS/MS systems.
Document all work including LIMS, ELN, methods, and protocols.
Collaborate with teams across Discovery and QTAS.

Skills

Bioanalytical LC/MS experience

Experience with analytical instrumentation

Method development experience

Quantitative bioanalysis of synthetic compounds

Education

Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline

Tools

Sciex 5500/6500 triple quadrupole mass spectrometers

Agilent HPLC systems

Job description

Details for the position are as follows:

Rate: $50-59 an hour
Location: North Chicago, IL 60064 - open to candidates willing to relocate at their own expense
6-month contract to start with the possibility of extension or conversion depending on performance and business needs

Job Description

Perform high throughput quantitative in vivo and in vitro LC-MS/MS analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving of synthetic molecules and peptides from various bio-matrices.
Operate, perform routine maintenance, and hands‑on troubleshooting of AB Sciex LC-MS/MS systems.
Maintain excellent documentation of all work including LIMS, ELN, test methods, and protocols.
Work closely with multiple teams across Discovery and QTAS to support bioanalysis.

Required Skills

Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline typically with 8+ (BS), 6+ (MS), or 0+ (PhD) years of relevant academia/pharmaceutical experience.
Must have strong bioanalytical LC/MS experience
Experience with analytical instrumentation (specifically Sciex 5500/6500 triple quadrupole mass spectrometers and Agilent HPLC systems)
Proven method development experience using various extraction, chromatographic and analytical methodologies.
Proven experience with quantitative bioanalysis of synthetic compounds and peptides.

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