Analytical Scientist - LC/LC-MS Lab Specialist

Pace® Labs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Labs in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a lab-based analytical chemist to support routine pharmaceutical testing and animal health product development. The role involves executing LC methods (HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS), preparing samples and reagents, and ensuring data quality in a regulated environment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, document experiments, and troubleshoot equipment while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or related discipline.
• Ability to perform high-volume, accurate, and reproducible pipetting.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and learning agility.
• Effective written and verbal communication for documenting data.

Responsibilities

• Execute sample testing using LC methods (HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS) and other assays.
• Prepare samples, standards, controls, and reagents for analytical testing.
• Organize, interpret, and present experimental data to peers.
• Ensure experiments are designed and documented per SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to share learnings.

Skills

Pipetting accuracy

Data interpretation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent / team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology

Tools

LC techniques (HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS)

SEC

cIEF

SDS assays

Chromatography data systems

Job description

Pace Labs in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a lab-based analytical chemist to support routine pharmaceutical testing and animal health product development. The role involves executing LC methods (HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS), preparing samples and reagents, and ensuring data quality in a regulated environment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, document experiments, and troubleshoot equipment while maintaining safety and documentation standards.