Proteomics Protein Purification Specialist (6-Month Contract)

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

Job summary

Pace Analytical Life Sciences is seeking a lab technician to support proteomics and metabolomics testing in our R&D analytical laboratories. You will perform biopsy prep, protein handling, and LC/LC-MS sample preparation, with duties including general lab maintenance and data handling in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 6-month, Monday–Friday position offering hands-on experience in healthcare product development and a collaborative team focused on advancing science and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biology or related science.
• 1–2 years of experience with protein extraction, quantification, and general handling.
• Experience using centrifuges, plate readers, and pipettes.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for data processing and visualization.
• Experience with processing and handling tissue samples preferred.
• HPLC instrument and software experience would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Completing biopsy prep of samples.
• Preparing samples and solutions for LC or LC-MS analysis.
• Will be conducting protein quantification.
• General laboratory activities and instrumentation including pipetting, preparation of solutions, and operation of pH meters, autoclaves and analytical balances.
• General laboratory upkeep and supplies maintenance.
• Disposes of laboratory materials and samples using guidelines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Time management

Multi-project handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/Biology or related

Tools

Excel

HPLC

Job description

Pace Analytical Life Sciences is seeking a lab technician to support proteomics and metabolomics testing in our R&D analytical laboratories. You will perform biopsy prep, protein handling, and LC/LC-MS sample preparation, with duties including general lab maintenance and data handling in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 6-month, Monday–Friday position offering hands-on experience in healthcare product development and a collaborative team focused on advancing science and safety.