Metabolomics Research Associate: LC-MS & AI Data Analysis

Genentech Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is seeking a Research Associate (Contractor) to join the Metabolomics team within the Bioanalytical group. You will support LC-MS-based metabolomics experiments, sample preparation, data processing, and documentation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a chemistry-related degree with 0–4 years' experience and a strong interest in LC-MS, AI-enabled analysis, and automating workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in chemistry, biochemistry or related field with 0–4 years' experience.
• Hands-on experience with protein precipitation, liquid-liquid and solid-phase extraction preferred.
• Familiarity with LC-MS, chromatography, and mass spectrometry workflows is preferred.
• Interest in AI-assisted data analysis and lab automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute LC-MS-based metabolomics and lipidomics assays.
• Perform manual and automated sample prep including extraction and derivatization.
• Operate LC-HRMS and LC-MS/MS instruments for data acquisition and QA.
• Document experimental records and deliver high-quality study reports.
• Maintain lab operations, equipment, supplies, and safety compliance.

Skills

MS data processing

Lab automation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemistry/biochemistry/pharmaceutical sciences

Tools

LC-MS instruments

Data processing software

Job description

Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED) is seeking a Research Associate (Contractor) to join the Metabolomics team within the Bioanalytical group. You will support LC-MS-based metabolomics experiments, sample preparation, data processing, and documentation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a chemistry-related degree with 0–4 years' experience and a strong interest in LC-MS, AI-enabled analysis, and automating workflows.