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Job Title:

Research Scientist, Analytical Chemistry Reports To:

Principal Scientist Employment Status:

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Full-Time Employment Type:

Salary/Exempt About IMCS:

At Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems (IMCS), you will collaborate across departments and gain broad exposure to the business. Because IMCS is a smaller organization, you will interact regularly with team members and executives in a highly visible work environment. Our products support the evolving needs of clinical and research laboratories through advanced technologies that improve testing efficiency. By integrating with existing automation systems, IMCS solutions help advance precision medicine by generating high-quality data. We are committed to accuracy and to delivering fast, reliable results that support machine learning and advanced algorithms.

Job Summary:

This position is a one-year transitory role where the candidate will be provided technical training in preparation for field applications and sales role. For the first year, the candidate is responsible for executing and analyzing experiments related to toxicology and clinical assays. This position is initially a part of the applied research and development team, supporting role in assay implementation using company's existing product lines. As part of the research team in the first year, the Research Scientist will learn the analysis and characterization of the established products in the company portfolio, including development and implementation of established analytical processes of such products to advance research programs of the company. Relevant first year research analytics include, but are not limited to, measuring catalytic efficiency of glucuronidase and sulfatase enzymes against multiple glucuronidated or sulfated targets, following and understanding current assay protocols, measuring protein long-term stability, and workflow validations. This position will include substantial involvement with high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC) and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) systems. The competent candidate will transition to field applications and sales role in the second year to recruit new customers and expand new workflows with existing customers by highlighting the benefits of the company's products. Responsibilities (may include but not limited to): Plan and execute independent research work at project level, including but not limited to project planning, writing, reagent and equipment coordination and validation, experiment execution, data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation. Report status of assigned projects through the preparation of detailed reports and documentation that summarize experiment results. Interprets results of experiments and makes recommendations for improvements. Communicate all steps from planning through reporting, both through verbal (A/V) presentations and written documents to both junior staff and senior management. Establishing novel analytical methods and workflows that leverage IMCS products. Protocol guidance and robustness testing prior to discussions with sales and marketing teams for promotion of company products and workflows. Participating in poster preparations, corporate marketing collaterals such as application notes and peer reviewed article preparations. Investigate the feasibility of applying relevant scientific principles and concepts to inventions, projects, and problems. Ability to communicate with third parties (non-company affiliates) while maintaining confidentiality and still exchanging highly technical contents. All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodation for additional tasks and responsibilities. Required Qualifications (knowledge AND experience): Ph.D. (preferred) in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field and 0+ years combined postdoctoral and relevant work experience; or M.Sc. in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field and 3+ years relevant work experience; Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or analytical chemistry or 5+ years of equivalent industry experience. Skilled in HPLC, LC-MS/MS, and other chromatography. Hands-on experience in mass spectrometry and liquid chromatography. Working knowledge of different types of chromatography and associated column chemistries as well as relevant buffer systems used for reverse, normal or ion exchange chromatography. Experience with small molecule analysis on HPLC with various detectors (UV, diode array, mass spectrometry). Ability to troubleshoot and modify protocols to achieve final objective. Knowledge of bioanalytical methods and standard protein quality assays are required. Ability to prioritize and work quickly to complete projects in limited timeframe. Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills. Must be resourceful and self-motivated. Preferred Qualifications (knowledge OR experience): Exceptional candidates will demonstrate proficiency in latest technologies used in downstream processing (i.e. membrane chromatography or monoliths). Experience with different mass spectrometry software and associated software (TraceFinder, Chromeleon, MassHunter, etc). Prior work experience in Biotech industry (3-4 years). Demonstrated ability to work in team setting as well as independently on multiple projects in parallel. Demonstrate a firm understanding of chromatography, chromatography theory, and

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Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person