Proteomics Research Associate: Mass Spec & Data Analysis

brown; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University’s Department of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry seeks a Research Associate to manage proteomics projects within the Proteomics Core Facility, coordinating LC-MS/MS analyses and data interpretation for a diverse research community.

The role requires a Master’s degree in biology/biochemistry/analytical chemistry/proteomics/metabolomics and hands‑on mass spectrometry experience; strong organizational, communication, and training skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology/biochemistry/analytical chemistry/proteomics/metabolomics with 2–5 years’ related experience.
• Hands-on mass spectrometry and LC/MS workflows including sample prep, data acquisition and analysis.
• Knowledge of proteins, chemistry, and biochemistry with equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with small molecule/metabolite LC/MS workflows is desired.
• Strong software skills for protein MS data analysis (Spectromine/Spectronaut/Proteome Discoverer).
• Proteomics sample prep experience (S-Trap, in-solution digestion, barocycler, on-bead, PreOmics) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage research projects from design through closeout within the Proteomics Core Facility.
• Coordinate LC-MS/MS acquisition, QC, data evaluation and client consultations.
• Provide technical oversight and training to undergraduate researchers.
• Maintain and expand analytical services for proteomics and metabolomics analyses.

Skills

Mass spectrometry

LC/MS workflows

Sample preparation

Instrument operation troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Spectromine

Spectronaut

Proteome Discoverer

Protein biochemistry

Education

Master’s degree in biology/biochemistry/analytical chemistry/proteomics/metabolomics

Tools

Spectromine

Spectronaut

Proteome Discoverer

Job description

Brown University’s Department of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry seeks a Research Associate to manage proteomics projects within the Proteomics Core Facility, coordinating LC-MS/MS analyses and data interpretation for a diverse research community.

The role requires a Master’s degree in biology/biochemistry/analytical chemistry/proteomics/metabolomics and hands‑on mass spectrometry experience; strong organizational, communication, and training skills are essential.