LC-MS/MS Method Development Scientist

University of Georgia- FACS; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia’s Center for Applied Isotope Studies seeks an Analytical Chemist to support the Lab for Environmental Analysis. This renewable 12-month position will lead the commissioning and operation of a new hybrid LC‑MS/MS system and develop analytical services for a diverse client base.

The successful candidate will conduct chemical analyses, develop and validate methods, manage client projects, supervise students, and contribute to laboratory operations, budgeting, and service

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field.
• 2+ years of untargeted LC‑MS/MS analysis experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and method development/validation experience.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and manage multiple client-driven projects.
• Experience operating and maintaining chromatography and mass spectrometry instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and operation of a hybrid LC‑MS/MS system.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for diverse clients.
• Perform sample preparation, data analysis, and report preparation.
• Communicate with clients regarding project status and results.
• Maintain and troubleshoot advanced chromatographic and mass spectrometric instrumentation.
• Manage laboratory budget, expenditures, and record-keeping.
• Supervise student workers and maintain lab records.
• Engage in collaborative research, secure external funding, and publish results.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

MS/MS instrumentation

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Tools

LC-MS/MS system

Job description

The University of Georgia’s Center for Applied Isotope Studies seeks an Analytical Chemist to support the Lab for Environmental Analysis. This renewable 12-month position will lead the commissioning and operation of a new hybrid LC‑MS/MS system and develop analytical services for a diverse client base.

The successful candidate will conduct chemical analyses, develop and validate methods, manage client projects, supervise students, and contribute to laboratory operations, budgeting, and service