Instrument Readiness Specialist

PerkinElmer • Customer Site - DE, DE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Description Summary: The Instrument Readiness Specialist provides operational and technical support for LC-MS, HPLC, and GC-MS laboratories at Customer facilities in Delaware. This role is responsible for routine instrument operation, sample preparation support, preventive maintenance, performance monitoring, and compliant documentation in accordance with Customer-defined SOPs, validated methods, and regulatory requirements. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently in a laboratory environment, and effective collaboration with Customer scientists and project stakeholders to ensure reliable analytical operations.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of LC-MS, HPLC, and GC-MS instrumentation and associated laboratory workflows
• Ability to operate analytical instruments in accordance with SOPs, validated methods, and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and accurate documentation
• Ability to monitor instrument performance, identify deviations or abnormal trends, and escalate issues appropriately
• Hands-on experience with routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive care
• Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced laboratory environment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established procedures
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with scientists, vendors, and site stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting team objectives
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline with 3 or more years of relevant laboratory experience supporting analytical instrumentation OR Associate’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline with 5 or more years of hands-on experience supporting LC-MS, HPLC, or GC-MS systems OR High School diploma or GED with 7 or more years of directly related laboratory experience in an analytical environment
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of experience supporting LC-MS, HPLC, and/or GC-MS instrumentation in an industrial, academic, or regulated laboratory setting
• Master’s degree in chemistry, analytical science, or a related scientific discipline
• Experience working in SOP-driven or regulated laboratory environments (e.g., GLP, GMP, or similar frameworks)
• Familiarity with analytical data systems, electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), and data archiving practices
• Demonstrated ability to support audit readiness, inspections, or quality assurance activities related to analytical laboratories

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on operational support for LC-MS, HPLC, and GC-MS instrumentation at Customer facilities, including the DuPont Experimental Station (Wilmington, DE) and New Castle, DE, in accordance with Customer-defined SOPs, validated methods, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Perform routine operation of analytical systems, including instrument startup and shutdown, method loading, sequence and sample queue setup, data acquisition, and basic system checks.
• Support sample preparation activities such as dilution, extraction, filtration, derivatization (as applicable), reagent preparation, consumable selection, and proper sample labeling following Customer-approved procedures.
• Monitor and assess instrument performance, including chromatographic stability, pressure and flow profiles, vacuum system performance, detector response, ion source condition, mass accuracy, and column integrity; promptly communicate deviations or abnormal trends to Customer stakeholders.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and system upkeep, including solvent and mobile phase preparation, degassing, tubing and fitting inspection, leak checks, column flushing, injector and ion source cleaning, vacuum pump monitoring, tuning verification, and routine calibration in alignment with manufacturer recommendations and Customer requirements.
• Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including equipment readiness, workflow coordination, and effective communication with Customer project leads and local stakeholders.
• Comply with all site-specific safety, laboratory access, emergency response, and environmental health requirements; participate in required safety, EHS, and instrumentation training programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of instrument usage, maintenance activities, experimental observations, deviations, and corrective actions in accordance with Customer documentation practices and data integrity standards.
• Prepare and provide analytical summaries, instrument performance logs, and status updates as requested or defined by project timelines.
• Ensure proper archiving of raw data, chromatographic results, mass spectral files, electronic logs, and supporting documentation within Customer systems.
• Document and escalate deviations, nonconformances, or unexpected findings in a timely manner and support quality assurance, audit readiness, and inspection activities related to analytical services, as requested.

Benefits

• PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
• PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree