Proteomics Scientist – Onsite LC-MS & Target Discovery

AGW; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Sick Pay

Job summary

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist - Proteomics for an onsite, 12+ month contract in South San Francisco, CA. The role focuses on discovery proteomics, cell surface proteomics, and proximity labeling to support internal target discovery and mechanism-of-action studies.

The candidate will perform hands-on LC-MS operations, data analysis with Proteome Discoverer, Spectronaut, and DIA-NN, and collaborate with bioinformatics to interpret results and communicate findings.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred; fresh PhD acceptable.
• Hands-on LC-MS proteomics experience required.
• Experience with proteomics data-analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute proteomics workflows including LC-MS analysis and quantitative approaches (DDA, DIA, TMT, PRM).
• Apply cell surface and proximity-labeling methods to support target discovery.
• Independently operate, evaluate, and troubleshoot LC-MS systems and workflows.

Skills

LC-MS operation

Proteomics data analysis

Cell surface proteomics

Proximity labeling

Sample preparation

DDA/DIA/TMT/PRM workflows

Bioinformatics collaboration

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree + 2 years

Bachelor's degree + 4 years

Tools

Proteome Discoverer

Spectronaut

DIA-NN

Job description

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist - Proteomics for an onsite, 12+ month contract in South San Francisco, CA. The role focuses on discovery proteomics, cell surface proteomics, and proximity labeling to support internal target discovery and mechanism-of-action studies.

The candidate will perform hands-on LC-MS operations, data analysis with Proteome Discoverer, Spectronaut, and DIA-NN, and collaborate with bioinformatics to interpret results and communicate findings.