Scientist III

The Fountain Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 68,880 - 81,278; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a candidate for a contract position involving high throughput quantitative LC-MS/MS analysis in North Chicago. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Biochemistry or a related field along with significant bioanalytical experience. Responsibilities include performing and documenting LC-MS/MS analysis and cooperating with cross-functional teams. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and may lead to extensions depending on performance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years for BS, 6+ years for MS, or 0+ years for PhD in relevant fields.
• Strong experience in bioanalytical LC/MS.
• Proven method development and quantitative bioanalysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform high throughput quantitative LC-MS/MS analysis.
• Operate and maintain AB Sciex LC-MS/MS systems.
• Document all work including LIMS, ELN, methods, and protocols.
• Collaborate with teams across Discovery and QTAS.

Skills

Bioanalytical LC/MS experience

Experience with analytical instrumentation

Method development experience

Quantitative bioanalysis of synthetic compounds

Education

Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline

Tools

Sciex 5500/6500 triple quadrupole mass spectrometers

Agilent HPLC systems

Job description

Details for the position are as follows:

• Rate: $50-59 an hour
• Location: North Chicago, IL 60064 - open to candidates willing to relocate at their own expense
• 6-month contract to start with the possibility of extension or conversion depending on performance and business needs

Job Description

• Perform high throughput quantitative in vivo and in vitro LC-MS/MS analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving of synthetic molecules and peptides from various bio-matrices.
• Operate, perform routine maintenance, and hands‑on troubleshooting of AB Sciex LC-MS/MS systems.
• Maintain excellent documentation of all work including LIMS, ELN, test methods, and protocols.
• Work closely with multiple teams across Discovery and QTAS to support bioanalysis.

Required Skills

• Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline typically with 8+ (BS), 6+ (MS), or 0+ (PhD) years of relevant academia/pharmaceutical experience.
• Must have strong bioanalytical LC/MS experience
• Experience with analytical instrumentation (specifically Sciex 5500/6500 triple quadrupole mass spectrometers and Agilent HPLC systems)
• Proven method development experience using various extraction, chromatographic and analytical methodologies.
• Proven experience with quantitative bioanalysis of synthetic compounds and peptides.

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