Associate Director, LCMS Bioanalysis & Operations

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

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