Associate Director, LCMS

Altasciences; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Telework when applicable

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking an Associate Director, LCMS to provide scientific leadership in bioanalysis by LC-MS/MS within the Laboratory Sciences department. You will manage staff performance, schedule projects, train teams, and ensure quality and regulatory standards are met while driving efficiency and cost controls.

The role includes reviewing technical documents, supporting site leadership, and contributing to strategic planning, with responsibilities extending to high-level client

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience; advanced degree may adjust years requirement.
• MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry manuals; write advanced reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage personnel: scheduling projects, training and development, performance reviews.
• Provide scientific review of driving documents and reports to senior management.
• Support financial targets including revenue, gross margin, and client satisfaction.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance by staff; address KPI issues promptly.
• Improve operational efficiency and cost control within LCMS lab activities.
• Provide scientific support to Responsible Scientists/Principal Investigators within area of expertise.
• Set up and deliver training for LCMS staff; back-up Laboratory Sciences leadership as needed.
• Coordinate with Business Development and Operations on project scheduling and costing.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

LC-MS/MS

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

Communication

Presentations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

LIMS software

Job description

## Associate Director, LCMSApply: On-site: Columbia, Missouri: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R103023**About The Role**The Associate Director, LCMS provides scientific and technical leadership in bioanalysis by LC-MS/MS in the Laboratory Sciences department. The Associate Director is responsible for managing direct reports, providing scientific support and ensuring their performance, productivity and efficiency in their project assignment. Participate in professional internal/external presentations, scientific out-reach and conferences.**What You'll Do Here*** Responsible for personnel management activities of assigned staff such as: scheduling projects, training and development, providing regular direction and feedback on performance, disciplinary actions, preparing and delivering annual performance and salary reviews.* Responsible for scientific review of driving documents and reports and raising any pertinent issues to Senior management.* Contribute to financial success in their areas of expertise, as demonstrated by revenue and GM targets and client satisfaction achieved.* Responsible for ensuring quality and regulatory requirements are met by scientific staff in their team and that any quality issues, KPI issues are promptly resolved.* Responsible for ensuring continued operational improvements for efficiency and cost control in their areas of expertise.* Provide scientific support to assigned Responsible Scientists/Contributing/Principal Investigator within the area of expertise, ensure project timelines are respected, and any delays communicated in a prompt fashion to all key internal and external stakeholders; Recommends resource adjustment when required based on deliverable schedules.* May be assigned as a Bioanalytical Responsible Scientist/Contributing Scientist/Principal Investigator/, as needed.* Responsible for set-up and implementation of training for technical and scientific LCMS staff.* Responsible for improved efficiency initiatives in the laboratory, including scheduling assays, operations and improving workflows.* Review costing assessments and scheduling projects with Business Development and Operations.* Contribute to the growth and development of Altasciences LCMS assay services, as well as participate in strategic planning.* Responsible for working closely with other management members. May serve as back-up when other Laboratory Sciences leadership is out of office.* Contribute in professional internal/external presentations, scientific out-reach and conferences.* Respect Health and Safety standards in terms of personal protection, laboratory maintenance, and work procedures.* May act as Test Site / Facility Management for applicable validation and sample analysis studies as well as method approval.**What You'll Need to Succeed*** Minimum of 5 years of related experience. Will consider M.Sc. with 7+ years of relevant experience; or B.Sc. with 10+ years of relevant experience in bioanalysis or other pertinent laboratory based qualifications in a CRO or Pharma in lieu of Ph.D.* 3 plus years related experience in a multidisciplinary environment* MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point* Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals. Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Well developed interpersonal skills are required.* Personal/professional integrity and proven discretion in handling confidential information.* Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results. Capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities. Must be self-directed, motivated, and have a willingness to take the initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation. Relevant industry experience a plus.**What We Offer**Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.**Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes*** Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans* 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match* Paid Vacation and Holidays* Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave* Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs* Telework when applicable**Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include:*** Training & Development Programs* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Annual Performance Review#LI-MB1