Associate Principal Scientist, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) Assay Development

We are seeking 2 Associate Principal Scientists, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) Assay Development to join IQVIA Laboratories at Ithaca, NY.

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Job Summary:

The Associate Principal Scientist, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Assay Development will develop rugged and challenging bioanalytical methods, support method hand-off, and troubleshoot complex assay development challenges. This role will strengthen small and large molecule analysis capabilities through advanced extraction, chromatographic, and mass spectrometric techniques.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develop reliable extraction, chromatographic, and mass spectrometric analysis procedures for highly challenging and complex methods
• Document all project work according to Assay Development processes and procedures
• Communicate progress and status to the Director of Assay Development and Project Management, as necessary
• Present method development results at Prevalidation Committee Meetings
• Independently interact with Project Management and clients to provide project status updates, as necessary
• Guide Wet Lab staff through clear instructions and communication
• Provide clear method documentation to Project Management and support analytical staff during the method hand-off process
• Actively contribute to conference presentations and publications under PK/PD and biomarker analysis

What We Are Looking For:

• Master’s Degree with 6-8 years’ experience, or Ph.D. 2-5 yrs experience (industry experience preferred)
• Highly experienced in Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and biologic sample preparation
• Advanced knowledge of chemistry involved in method development procedures
• Experience with regulated bioanalysis, method development, LBA/Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, proteomics sample preparation, and automation
• Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:

• Advanced knowledge in Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry theory and biologic sample preparation
• Knowledge of high resolution mass spectrometry, including Thermo Orbitraps, Exploris, and Excedions
• Knowledge of triple quadrupole systems, including Sciex 6500, 6500 plus, and 7500 plus
• Hands-on experience with clinical biomarker analysis
• Ability to develop and present well-organized Prevalidation Committee Meeting presentations
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills

What We Offer You:

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees' physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

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The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $83,000.00 - $173,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.