Staff II, LCMS Engineer

Aliri Usa Inc; Millcreek (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aliri Usa Inc in Millcreek, UT is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Technician to repair and calibrate laboratory equipment, including mass spectrometers, HPLC systems, and detectors, while following SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, data collection and analysis, compliance reviews, safety training, and collaboration with peers and customers. Some travel to other Aliri Bioanalysis facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• Scientific knowledge of laboratory operations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled calibrations and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Instrument calibration

Preventive maintenance

Data collection and analysis

Regulatory compliance

Strong documentation

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific field

Master’s degree or PhD in Chemistry

Significant work experience substitute for education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database software

Lab instrumentation software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Millcreek , UT 84106

Position Type: Full Time

Primary Purpose

Carries out instrument repairs and calibration of laboratory equipment with appropriate SOPs and compliance with regulatory guidelines. Plays a key role in the maintenance and instrument troubleshooting of all laboratory equipment, including, but not limited to, mass spectrometers, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) systems, automated liquid handlers or preparation systems, UV and/or fluorescent detectors, and other laboratory systems.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled calibrations and preventive maintenance and non-routine repair procedures in support of scientific and laboratory equipment.
• Collect, compile, measure, summarize, and record data developed during the performance of routine and non-routine maintenance activities.
• Reviews and signs off calibration data performed by other staff members to ensure compliance with SOPs and other documents.
• Perform assignments with strict adherence to written standard operating procedures where required.
• Accesses and uses all sources (e.g., manuals, tech support, internet, peers) for technical information to support familiar and unfamiliar laboratory instrumentation.
• Work with computer-controlled instrumentation and multiple software applications.
• May perform routine technical proficiency testing with additional lab staff.
• Professional and effective in all interactions with peers and customers.
• This position will generally support one specific local site; however, temporary assignments to other locations are possible.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Attend and/or complete all required company, department, and EHS required safety training.
• Maintain a safe work area.
• Assist with responding to audit findings.

QualificationsExperience

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry -OR- related Scientific field with 8-10+ years’ experience is required -OR- Master's Degree or equivalent in Chemistry -OR- related Scientific field with 7+ years’ experience is required -OR- Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry -OR- related Scientific field with 5+ years’ experience is required.

*Significant work experience will be considered as a substitution for education

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate understanding of laboratory operations and support functions.
• Intermediate understanding of laboratory safety procedures.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Intermediate knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong prioritization and organization ability
• Ability to work with complex information
• Ability to function in a fast-changing work environment
• Experience using Microsoft Office
• Experience using database software
• Interdepartmental problem-solving skills
• Project management skills
• Professionalism in all communications and interactions with senior staff, clients, and regulatory agencies

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within a Contract Research Organization, drug development, mass spectrometry, bioanalysis, or a laboratory setting.

Working Conditions

• May work with potentially hazardous substances
• Mandatory immunizations and screening as required
• Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and at a standing bench top
• Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment)
• Essential physical requirements include going up/downstairs, typing, and sitting or standing for long periods
• Physical effort requirements are moderate to high, ranging from sedentary to lifting boxes up to 10-50 pounds or more, on occasion.
• Occasional long hours and/or weekends during peak production cycles and/or staff absences
• Primary responsibilities are at the local site; however, some travel may be required for maintenance support at other Aliri Bioanalysis facilities, as well as for additional off‑site training or industry meetings