Scientist - Sr

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Denton, TX is seeking an analytical project manager for R&D who will supervise assay design, validation and implementation, and act as technical consultant to maintain testing reliability.

The role coordinates bench-level supervision of projects using HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS, trains staff, and writes method documentation; you will drive corrective actions and support ongoing development of the R&D department.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of R&D experience with a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate clinical or applied science field, or 1–2 years with a Master's or 0 years with a PhD with extensive experience in analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and provides bench level supervision of R&D projects using HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS.
• Coordinates implementation of new procedures within the department and with other support departments.
• Performs statistical analysis and validation of new methods; writes summaries for method documentation.
• Trains staff in new methods, both in technical and instrumental aspects.
• Manages special projects coordinating resources and personnel.
• Acts as a resource for HPLC, GC, GC/MS and LC-MS/MS questions.
• Writes technical proposals soliciting drug analysis services and contributes to business proposals.
• Maintains testing reliability and diagnoses test failures; implements corrective action.
• Provides technical understanding of analytical techniques with emphasis on instrumental methods.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Verbal/written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in clinical/applied science

Master's or PhD preferred

Licenses preferred (ABCC/NRCC/ASCP)

Tools

HPLC

Gas Chromatography

GC/MS

LC-MS/MS

ICP/MS

Job description

This position manages analytical projects in R & D, supervises projects from the assay design, validation and implementation. This position also manages special projects in R & D, and operates as a technical consultant in maintaining current testing reliability including diagnosing test failures and implementing corrective action. The incumbent assists in the development and maintenance of the R & D Department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and provides bench level supervision of projects for R & D using HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS techniques as directed by the Technical Director.
• Coordinates the implementation of new procedures within the department and with other support departments.
• Performs statistical analysis and validation of new methods. Provides written summaries of work to be used for method documentation.
• Trains staff in new methods both in technical and instrumental aspects.
• Manages special projects with the duties of coordination of resources and personnel.
• Serves as a resource for HPLC, GC, GC/MS and LC-MS/MS related questions.
• Writes technical proposals soliciting drug analysis services and contributes as requested to the business proposals for these solicitations.
• Maintains present testing reliability including diagnosing test failures (instrumental and chemical) and implementing corrective action.
• Provides technical understanding of analytical techniques with particular emphasis on instrumental methods of analysis.
• Responsible for informing the appropriate supervisor of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.
• Maintains accurate records of all corrective and preventive maintenance to satisfy licensing requirement.
• Actively supports and complies with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of R&D experience with a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate clinical or applied science field of study, or 1-2 years of experience with a Master's or a 0 years of experience with a PhD with extensive experience in following analytical techniques, HPLC, Gas Chromatography, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS, and ICP/MS required or relevant advanced degree as a requirement.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.

Skills

• Ability to see projects to completion.
• Ability to manage time and details.
• Good verbal and written skills required.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.

Education

• Bachelor's in an appropriate clinical or applied science field of study (Required)
• Master's or PhD in an appropriate clinical or applied science field of study (Preferred)
• Clinical Chemistry licenses, ABCC, NRCC, ASCP, etc. (Preferred)

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