Research Associate - Mass Spectrometry

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory; Cold Spring Harbor (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory invites applications for a Research Associate specializing in intact protein LC-ESI-MS analyses and measurements of chemically modified proteins and peptides. The Mass Spectrometry Shared Resource collaborates with internal groups and external partners to push proteomic and metabolomic methods forward.

The role covers sample processing, MS-based method development, and instrument maintenance, with active participation in meetings, seminars, and journal clubs,

Qualifications

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry is required.
• Demonstrable experience with mass spectrometry-based proteomics.
• High-resolution LC/MS experience is very important.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and analysis.
• Operate Orbitrap mass spectrometers and micro/nanoflow chromatographs.
• Perform data analysis and reporting for proteomics/metabolomics experiments.
• Contribute to development of novel proteomic/metabolomic methods.
• Implement and test new proteomic/metabolomic techniques.
• Assist with instrument maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Maintain and update written operative procedures and experimental protocols.
• Help maintain commonly used equipment and resolve minor equipment problems.

Skills

Mass spectrometry

Proteomics

Analytical chemistry

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Orbitrap mass spectrometers

Micro/nanoflow chromatographers

Job description

Position Description

The Mass Spectrometry Shared Resource of the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a Research Associate, with specific expertise in intact protein LC ESI-MS analyses and measurements of chemically modified proteins and peptides. The laboratory uses state-of-the-art techniques and mass spectrometric instrumentation to measure proteins, peptides and small molecules in collaboration with research groups at CSHL and at external partner organizations. Developing and publishing innovative approaches for proteomic and metabolomic analyses is a core mission of the lab. The successful applicant will participate in all laboratory activities, ranging from sample processing and mass spectrometry-based proteomic methods development to instrumentation maintenance. In addition, Research Associates will actively contribute to lab meetings, scientific presentations, and journal clubs.

Position Description

The Mass Spectrometry Shared Resource of the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a Research Associate, with specific expertise in intact protein LC ESI-MS analyses and measurements of chemically modified proteins and peptides. The laboratory uses state-of-the-art techniques and mass spectrometric instrumentation to measure proteins, peptides and small molecules in collaboration with research groups at CSHL and at external partner organizations. Developing and publishing innovative approaches for proteomic and metabolomic analyses is a core mission of the lab. The successful applicant will participate in all laboratory activities, ranging from sample processing and mass spectrometry-based proteomic methods development to instrumentation maintenance. In addition, Research Associates will actively contribute to lab meetings, scientific presentations, and journal clubs.

Position Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be expected to:

• Perform sample preparation and analysis;
• Operate Orbitrap mass spectrometers and micro/nanoflow chromatographers;
• Perform data analysis and reporting for proteomics and/or metabolomic experiments;
• Contribute to development of novel methods;
• Implement and test new proteomic and metabolomic techniques;
• Assist with instrument maintenance and quality control procedures;
• Maintain and update written operative procedures and experimental protocols;
• Help maintaining commonly used equipment and resolve minor equipment problems.

Willingness to be an active member of the CSHL scientific community, and to constantly learn and explore new topics and approaches are paramount. The ability to positively interact with other group members while being individually productive is also required.

Position Requirements

PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field is required. Demonstrable experience with mass spectrometry-based proteomics, high-resolution LC/MS is very important.

Environment

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits:

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL $66,300- $83,460 . The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, a Wellness Center and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our