Senior LCMS Scientist - R&D Method Dev & Validation

Quest Diagnostics; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking an experienced R&D supervisor to manage analytical projects from assay design through validation and implementation. You will supervise bench work, diagnose test issues, and drive corrective actions while supporting the R&D department’s development and maintenance efforts.

The role requires strong expertise in HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS, plus the ability to train staff and coordinate across departments.

Qualifications

• Six years of R&D experience with extensive experience in HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS required or relevant advanced degree.
• Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate clinical or applied science required.
• Master’s Degree or PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and provides bench level supervision of projects for R&D using HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS as directed by Technical Director.
• Coordinates implementation of new procedures within the department and with other support departments.
• Performs statistical analysis and validation of new methods; provides written summaries for method documentation.
• Trains staff in new methods both in technical and instrumental aspects.
• Manages special projects with coordination of resources and personnel.
• Serves 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 including diagnosing test failures and implementing corrective action.
• Provides technical understanding of analytical techniques with emphasis on instrumental methods.
• Informs supervisor of problems with test procedures.
• Maintains records of corrective and preventive maintenance to satisfy licensing requirements.
• Supports and complies with laboratory policies and procedures.

Skills

Project supervision

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in clinical or applied science

Master’s Degree in clinical or applied science

PhD in clinical or applied science

Tools

HPLC

Gas Chromatography

GC/MS

LC-MS/MS

ICP/MS

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking an experienced R&D supervisor to manage analytical projects from assay design through validation and implementation. You will supervise bench work, diagnose test issues, and drive corrective actions while supporting the R&D department’s development and maintenance efforts.

The role requires strong expertise in HPLC, GC, GC/MS, LC-MS/MS and ICP/MS, plus the ability to train staff and coordinate across departments.