Senior Scientist – Metabolomics & LC-MS/MS Expert

Sirius Talent Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirius Staffing in New York is seeking a Senior Scientist – Metabolomics to join a growing life sciences organization. This hands-on role focuses on LC-MS/MS, metabolomics, and lipidomics with small-molecule analysis, method development, and data interpretation.

You will develop and optimize analytical methods, analyze experiments, troubleshoot instrumentation, and support projects from development to results, mentoring junior scientists as needed.

Qualifications

• PhD with 2+ years post-graduate experience OR Master's with 5+ years experience.
• Hands-on LC-MS/MS and mass spectrometry instrumentation experience.
• Experience with metabolomics, lipidomics, metabolite analysis, or quantitative small-molecule analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate LC-MS/MS methods for metabolomics, lipidomics, and small-molecule analysis.
• Prepare and analyze biological samples using techniques like protein precipitation, LLE, and SPE.
• Operate and troubleshoot LC and mass spectrometry systems, including triple quadrupole and high-resolution instruments.
• Analyze and interpret mass spectrometry data, including metabolite identification and quantification.
• Support instrument maintenance, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare SOPs, validation docs, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with scientists and project teams to plan studies and communicate results.
• Provide mentorship to junior scientists as needed.

Skills

LC-MS/MS

Metabolomics

Lipidomics

Small-molecule analysis

Method development

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Sciences (or related)

Master's degree with 5+ years of experience

Tools

SCIEX QTRAP 6500

Thermo Q Exactive

Triple quadrupole mass spectrometers

Job description

Sirius Staffing in New York is seeking a Senior Scientist – Metabolomics to join a growing life sciences organization. This hands-on role focuses on LC-MS/MS, metabolomics, and lipidomics with small-molecule analysis, method development, and data interpretation.

You will develop and optimize analytical methods, analyze experiments, troubleshoot instrumentation, and support projects from development to results, mentoring junior scientists as needed.