Mass Spec & Proteomics Lead - DIA LC-MS Expert

UNT Health Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UNT Health Fort Worth is seeking a Research Specialist to lead the laboratory's mass spectrometry operations, focusing on multi-omics studies in ocular disorders and neurobiology. The role involves daily use of Bruker timsTOF Pro and nanoElute 2 LC systems, along with data processing for high‑throughput experiments and publications.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with two years of related experience, or an equivalent education/experience mix; NIH‑funded work is ongoing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with proteomics and glycomics sample preparation is preferred.
• Familiarity with mass spectrometry software suites and bioinformatic pipelines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex biological samples, including protein extraction, enzymatic digestion, and peptide clean‑up.
• Design, test, and optimize DIA LC‑MS proteomics workflows for high‑throughput experiments and publications.
• Perform daily operational routines, maintenance, and troubleshooting for timsTOF Pro and nanoElute 2 systems.
• Process, analyze, and interpret DIA proteomics datasets using specialized bioinformatic tools.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Chemistry/Molecular Biology/Bioinformatics (preferred)

Tools

Bruker timsTOF Pro

Bruker nanoElute 2 LC

Job description

UNT Health Fort Worth is seeking a Research Specialist to lead the laboratory's mass spectrometry operations, focusing on multi-omics studies in ocular disorders and neurobiology. The role involves daily use of Bruker timsTOF Pro and nanoElute 2 LC systems, along with data processing for high‑throughput experiments and publications.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with two years of related experience, or an equivalent education/experience mix; NIH‑funded work is ongoing.