Biotransformation Scientist II - LC/MS & In Vitro

Mindlance; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindlance is seeking a Scientist II to join the Biotransformation and Disposition Team within Development Sciences. You will conduct in vitro and in vivo biotransformation studies, leverage LC/MS technologies, and collaborate across Discovery, Development Sciences, and Clinical Pharmacology to deliver precise, reliable results.

The role requires hands-on wet-lab experience, ability to manage day-to-day lab operations, and clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or analytical chemistry with 2+ years of experience or an equivalent master’s degree.
• Proficiency in wet-laboratory techniques including in vitro enzyme incubations, cell culture, and micro pipetting.
• Theoretical/practical knowledge of chromatography and/or mass spectrometry is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks competently and independently and generate reliable results.
• Operate LC and MS instruments to collect data for in vitro and in vivo studies.
• Prepare samples for analysis (LC, MS, Scintillation) and optimize protocols for productivity.
• Maintain laboratory safety and inventory, order consumables, and support day-to-day operations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Wet-lab techniques

In vitro enzyme incubations

Cell culture

Micro pipetting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

Thermo instruments

Sciex instruments

LC-MS instrumentation

Job description

Mindlance is seeking a Scientist II to join the Biotransformation and Disposition Team within Development Sciences. You will conduct in vitro and in vivo biotransformation studies, leverage LC/MS technologies, and collaborate across Discovery, Development Sciences, and Clinical Pharmacology to deliver precise, reliable results.

The role requires hands-on wet-lab experience, ability to manage day-to-day lab operations, and clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.