Proteomics & Protein Purification Scientist (6-Month Contract)

Pace Analytical Life Sciences; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement plan (employer match)

Paid time off

Job summary

Pace Analytical Life Sciences is seeking a lab-based candidate to support proteomics and metabolomics testing within the R&D analytical laboratories, including biopsy prep, protein handling, and assays for healthcare products.

The role involves a 6-month assignment with a Monday–Friday schedule and compensation of $22.00–$24.00 per hour. Strong time management and independent work are important as the project progresses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biology or related science.
• 1–2 years of experience with protein extraction and quantification.
• Experience with centrifuges, plate readers, and pipettes.
• Experience with Excel for data processing and visualization.
• HPLC instrument and software experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, time management, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Complete biopsy prep of samples.
• Prepare samples and solutions for LC or LC-MS analysis.
• Conduct protein quantification.
• Perform general laboratory activities and instrumentation maintenance (pipetting, preparation of solutions/samples/media, pH meters, autoclaves, analytical balances).
• Maintain lab supplies and general upkeep.
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples according to guidelines.

Skills

Protein handling

Protein extraction

Protein quantification

Centrifuges

Plate readers

Pipettes

Excel

Data visualization

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/Biology or related science

Tools

HPLC (instrument and software)

Job description

Pace Analytical Life Sciences is seeking a lab-based candidate to support proteomics and metabolomics testing within the R&D analytical laboratories, including biopsy prep, protein handling, and assays for healthcare products.

The role involves a 6-month assignment with a Monday–Friday schedule and compensation of $22.00–$24.00 per hour. Strong time management and independent work are important as the project progresses.