Mass Spectrometry Research Associate (multiple levels)
About The Position
Parallel Squared Technology Institute (PTI) is a non-profit research institute aiming to catalyze a leap in protein analysis technology and use it to explore new biological frontiers. PTI supports open research and educational opportunities supporting rapid career development for scientists, engineers, and mathematicians. PTI's new approach requires synergy between a diverse team of chemists, machine learning engineers, biologists, and mass spectrometrists. Alzheimer’s disease and aging will be among the first focuses of this technology-driven research organization. Members of PTI will be supported with industry-level resources to lead research projects and disseminate their discoveries and innovations to the broader biomedical community through frequent publications, presentations, and submissions to public data portals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
- Basic proficiency with biochemistry techniques or chemistry techniques.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and interest in analytical chemistry.
- High level of initiative and flexibility, excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Good time management.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with analytical techniques, mass spectrometry preferred.
- Familiarity with liquid chromatography.
- Protein and peptide sample preparation and purification methods.
Responsibilities
- Learn how to set up, operate and maintain mass spectrometers from multiple major vendors.
- Protein sample preparation.
- Inventory management for reagents and samples.
- Analyze experimental data and interpret results for internal and public presentation.
- Preparation of lab reagents and media.
Benefits
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance with many $0 premium options for you and your family with several national and regional providers.
- Company-paid group life, AD&D, long- and short-term disability insurance
- 15 days PTO + 10 sick days per year
- 18 company holidays + your birthday off
- $5,000 per year educational reimbursement
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Industry competitive salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
