Senior LC-MS/MS Scientist – Preclinical Method Development

Altasciences; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave

Employee Assistance & Telehealth

Job summary

Altasciences is hiring at our Preclinical Columbia site to advance LC-MS/MS method development and validation for preclinical and clinical studies. You will perform precise sample analyses, ensure GLP compliance, and manage project timelines while coordinating cross-functional efforts.

Mentorship to lab staff and direct client interactions are key parts of the role. You should have an advanced degree in chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutical science with hands-on lab experience and familiarity

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and hands-on experience in chemistry, biology or pharmaceutical science.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience is a plus; leadership potential welcomed.
• Proficiency with laboratory information systems and electronic lab notebooks.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and validation of LC-MS/MS assays for preclinical and clinical studies.
• Perform study sample analysis including toxicological endpoints with precision.
• Ensure GLP-compliant workflows and meticulous documentation at all steps.
• Own project timelines and coordinate phases for timely delivery.
• Collaborate with clients, advising on study and assay design and providing science-driven insights.
• Participate in validating and qualifying new and existing methods.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to laboratory staff.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in chemistry or biology

Tools

LC-MS/MS

LIMS

Electronic notebooks (ELN)

Job description

Altasciences is hiring at our Preclinical Columbia site to advance LC-MS/MS method development and validation for preclinical and clinical studies. You will perform precise sample analyses, ensure GLP compliance, and manage project timelines while coordinating cross-functional efforts.

Mentorship to lab staff and direct client interactions are key parts of the role. You should have an advanced degree in chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutical science with hands-on lab experience and familiarity