Analytical Section Supervisor

NCSL International; Davis, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis is seeking an Analytical Section Supervisor to lead the drug testing laboratory. You will supervise the daily activities, coordinate many test technologies including screening and confirmation analyses via GC-MS and LC-MS, and direct research on analytes in biological matrices.

You will guide method development, optimize procedures, and update SOPs with QA/QC in mind. You will mentor chemists, supervise staff, and collaborate with graduate students and academics on projects.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or related field.
• Experience leading in a fast-paced, regulated lab environment with strict turnaround times.
• At least 5 years operating LC-MS or LC-MS/MS in a lab and troubleshooting instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the drug testing lab personnel to meet production goals.
• Direct research projects for analysis of molecules in biological matrices using LC-MS/GC-MS.
• Develop and validate analytical procedures, SOPs, and QA/QC practices.
• Coordinate confirmation analyses including B samples to verify work of other labs.
• Lead, mentor, and manage multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

LC-MS / GC-MS operation

Method development

QA/QC principles

Project management

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Education

Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry or related

Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry or related

Tools

Thermo LC-MS

Agilent GC-MS

Q-Ex active (Q-Exactive)

TraceFinder

Xcalibur

Job description

UC Davis

Analytical Section Supervisor

Salary or Pay Range: $79,400/annually - $144,000/annually – Please note: This position is subject to a departmental budgeted salary range of: $79,400/annually - $111,700/annually; commensurate with education and experience.

Under general direction of the Laboratory Manager, responsible for monitoring and directing the daily activities of the drug testing laboratory personnel and activities to meet production goals and ensure adherence to internal processes and procedures. As a group leader, directly responsible for assignment and coordination of a wide range of test technologies including screening and confirmation analysis using GC-MS and LC-MS. Responsible for the supervision of multiple chemists and staff performing complex analytical testing procedures. Under general guidance from the laboratory manager and in conjunction with graduate students and academic personnel, direct research projects for the analysis of small and large molecules in biological matrices. Responsibilities will involve all aspects of research projects including formulating strategies for novel and new extraction and analytical techniques utilizing LC-MS and GC-MS, supervising personnel, researching literature, and summarizing data for publication. Responsible for direct method development work to enhance the drug testing capability of the lab utilizing new technology as available and participating in the update and development of analytical procedures, quality control procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsible for coordination and planning of confirmation analyses including “B” samples to confirm work of other laboratories.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Advanced degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or a closely related field, or equivalent experience/training with demonstrated experience in related field.
• Experience providing effective management and leadership in a fast-paced, high throughput regulated laboratory environment with strict turnaround times.
• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience operating and maintaining LC-MS or LC-MS/MS instrumentation in a laboratory setting and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex instrumentation issues independently including skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify resolution.
• Experience with LC-MS method development and validation in a regulatory or diagnostic lab environment including proven ability to develop and validate complex methods (including sample prep and analysis) for chromatographic separations with mass spectrometry detection, with strong knowledge of statistics and QA/QC principles to ensure accuracy and robustness.
• Strong organizational skills, independent thinking, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and deliver high‑quality results including skills to obtain, comprehend, and consider others’ priorities, opinions and concerns.
• Demonstrated success in leading, motivating, and mentoring multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with ISO, or other regulatory frameworks relevant to analytical testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience/training including membership in the Association of Official Racing Chemists.
• Extensive supervisory/management experience in a laboratory environment including performance management, coaching, hiring/releasing staff, and directing the work of others.
• Extensive knowledge of instrument maintenance, calibration, and performance optimization for Thermo LC-MS and Agilent GC-MS systems including data analysis software. (Q-Exactive, Quantiva, Altis/Tracefinder, Xcalibur, Masshunter).

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Job ID#: 88445