Scientist #26-23545

US Tech Solutions; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions is seeking a MS‑based scientist to support our BEAM group across discovery and late-stage molecule optimization. The role emphasizes intact protein analysis, proteomics workflows, and high-throughput LC-MS data handling, requiring strong communication of results.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in mass spectrometry/analytical chemistry and is proficient with MassHunter, XCalibur, MassLynx, and related software, plus data analysis tools like Excel/Spotfire/JMP.

Qualifications

• Master or PhD with emphasis in mass spectrometric analytical characterization.
• Experience with multiple MS and chromatographic software is preferred.
• Strong data analysis skills using Excel/Spotfire/JMP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support early discovery through to molecule optimization and late-stage selection.
• Communicate scientific concepts and results verbally and in writing.
• Work independently to advance projects within required deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records in an electronic lab notebook.

Skills

LC-MS

Protease digestion

Intact protein analysis

Peptide mapping

Data processing

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Mass Spectrometry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

MassHunter

XCalibur

MassLynx

ChemStation

Chromeleon

GeneData Expressionist

Excel

Spotfire

JMP

Job description

Duration:12months contract
Shift: Standard Working Hours

Job Summary:

• In this vital role you will be part of the BEAM group providing scientific and technical expertise to support early discovery research through to later stage molecule optimization and late-stage selection of company’s pipeline of drug candidates.
• This position is an exciting opportunity to unlock the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics.
• Experience using analytical characterization techniques such as RPLC-MS for intact protein, reduced and subunit protein mass analysis. Experience using high-throughput MS like Rapidfire-MS is a plus.
• Experience with protein digestion and RPLC-MS/MS to map protein sequence and characterize post translational modifications such as deamidation, isomerization and oxidation and associated data processing would be a plus.
• Experience generating, processing and using large LC-MS analytical data sets
• Experience with both ESI and MALDI techniques would be useful
• Communicate (verbal and in written) scientific concepts and results
• Work independently in advancing projects and studies within required deadlines
• Follow protocols and procedures, maintain accurate records in an electronic lab notebook

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master or PhD level qualification with an emphasis in mass spectrometric analytical characterization.
• Knowledge of multiple mass spectrometric (MassHunter, XCalibur, MassLynx) chromatographic (ChemStation, Chromeleon) control software is preferred. Knowledge of GeneData Expressionist data processing software is a plus.
• Knowledge of statistical processing of data, including related software such as, but not limited to Excel, Spotfire or JMP is preferred

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

• PHD or Masters degree with 2 YOE
• Liquid chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Protease digestion, intact protein analysis, peptide mapping
• Knowledge of multiple mass spectrometric (MassHunter, XCalibur, MassLynx) chromatographic (ChemStation, Chromeleon) control software is preferred. Knowledge of GeneData Expressionist data processing software is a plus.
• Knowledge of statistical processing of data, including related software such as, but not limited to Excel, Spotfire or JMP is preferred

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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