R&D Analytical Lab Specialist – HPLC/GC-MS

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Lewisville, TX, is seeking a Technical Lab Specialist to lead analytical projects in R&D, supervise assay design and validation, and provide technical support to maintain high testing reliability. The role covers instrument operation and method development across HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field with MT (ASCP) preferred, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• At least three years experience in a Clinical Laboratory setting.
• MT (ASCP) preferred or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bench-level supervision of R&D projects using chromatographic techniques.
• Validate new methods and write summaries for documentation.
• Train staff on new methods and instrument operation.
• Maintain testing reliability and diagnose/test failures with corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC/MS

LC-MS/MS

ICP/MS

Microsoft Office (Excel/Access)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Lewisville, TX, is seeking a Technical Lab Specialist to lead analytical projects in R&D, supervise assay design and validation, and provide technical support to maintain high testing reliability. The role covers instrument operation and method development across HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field with MT (ASCP) preferred, and strong written and verbal communication.