Research Associate – Protein Chemistry

LabRulez; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LabRulez is seeking a BSc-level Scientist to join a growing biotech team focused on the Life Science market. You will combine a background in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry with strong lab skills to advance analytical chemistry workflows.

The role emphasizes optimizing sample prep, performing MALDI-MS analysis, and preparing test kits using R&D data. You will present results and support customers as a product expert, working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, or Chemistry.
• Sample prep experience with Proteins / Peptides is a PLUS!
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated working style with the ability to meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Optimize sample prep using affinity capture with magnetic beads.
• Analyze prepared standards and biological samples using MALDI-MS.
• Prepare commercial test kits using data from R&D projects.
• Present experimental results internally/externally; provide customer support as product expert.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Biochemistry

Biology

MALDI-MS

Communication skills

Project management

Education

BS in Biochemistry, Biology, or Chemistry

Tools

Affinity capture

Magnetic beads

Job description

Scientific and Research Fellow, Analytical chemist, Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry

Our client is looking for a BSc level Scientist to become part of a growing and dynamic Biotech company servicing the Life Science market. The successful candidate will combine a background in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry with strong fundamental lab skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Optimize sample prep using affinity capture with magnetic beads
• Analyze prepared standards and biological samples using MALDI-MS
• Prepare commercial test kits using data from R&D projects
• Present experimental results internally/externally; provide customer support as product expert

Candidate Qualifications

• BS Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, or Chemistry
• Sample prep experience with Proteins / Peptides is a PLUS!
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated working style with the ability to meet project deadlines