Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an Associate Scientist for an On-site position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. The ideal candidate is an Associate Scientist with hands-on LC-MS experience who is comfortable working in a lab-based environment and supporting ongoing analytical pipelines. This individual has direct experience with chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques and is interested in developing or expanding expertise in protein mass analysis. This role is well suited for someone who values hands-on lab work and enjoys working as part of a collaborative technical team.
Responsibilities: - Provide scientific and technical expertise to support early discovery research through to later stage molecule optimization and selection of drug candidates
- Use analytical characterization techniques such as RPLC-MS for intact protein, reduced and subunit protein mass analysis
- Communicate scientific concepts and results both verbally and in writing
- Work independently in advancing projects and studies within required deadlines
- Follow protocols and procedures, and maintain accurate records in an electronic lab notebook
Requirements: - Master's degree and 2 years of biopharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years of biopharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent
- Hands-on experience with chromatography and mass spectrometry (LC-MS) techniques
- Experience generating, processing, and using large LC-MS analytical data sets
Desired skills: - Experience with post-translational modifications, protein analysis, and MS-related software tools
- Experience using high-throughput MS like Rapidfire-MS
- Experience with protein digestion and RPLC-MS/MS to map and characterize post translational modifications
- Experience with both ESI and MALDI techniques
- Knowledge of multiple mass spectrometric (MassHunter, XCalibur, MassLynx) and chromatographic (ChemStation, Chromeleon) control software
- Knowledge of Protein Metrics data processing software
- Knowledge of statistical processing of data, including software such as Excel, Spotfire or JMP
Pay range: up to $33.43 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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