Analytical Scientist, LCMS

Company Description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

The Analytical Scientist– Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) is responsible for performing validation and samples analysis in the LCMS laboratory, including troubleshooting and training and support of bioanalytical operations and Analytical Scientists. Knowledge and experience with LCMS and Watson LIMS is highly desired. 

• Performs extractions of samples from pre-clinical and clinical studies, efficiently and to a highly proficient standard.
• Performs extractions and validation assessments of calibration curve and quality control samples towards the validation of new and existing chemical entities, efficiently and to a highly proficient standard.
• Processing of assay data in a timely manner.
• Application of pre-defined acceptance criteria of assay data.
• Preparation of solutions/samples required to perform sample analysis and validation.
• Performs quality control checks in a timely manner, ensuring a high level of data integrity.
• Maintain an excellent level of good documentation and laboratory practice throughout day-to-day work in the laboratory.
•  Support Lead analytical scientists with tasks, as required.
• LCMS system troubleshooting.
• Assigned for Support Analyst days participating in a staggered shift structure.
• Involvement in method development by the extraction of R&D runs under the supervision of R&D scientists.
• Perform other assigned lab duties as requested.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships across the department in order to provide and receive guidance, feedback and support.
• Involvement in training of Analytical Scientist (supervising and explanation, trainer for extractions).
• Involvement in training of Bioanalytical Laboratory Support Officers.
• Involvement in training of Analytical Scientist including a detailed understanding of processes and procedures and extraction requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent.
• 10  years of experience respectively with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties OR equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)
• Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience respectively with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• MBA or Doctorate degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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