Mass Spectrometry Scientist

Convergent Research • Watertown, MA

1d • $86,000 - $119,000 • Onsite

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

• Masters or PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry.
• 5+ years of experience maintaining mass spectrometers.
• Demonstrated experience optimizing LC-MS/MS methods for bottom-up proteomics (e.g. DDA/DIA/prioritized approaches).
• Demonstrated mastery of chemistry techniques or molecular & cellular biology techniques.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm & interest in bioanalytical chemistry.
• High level of initiative and flexibility, excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and good time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mass spectrometry technological development (hardware or software).
• Proficiency with statistical and computational methods (e.g. coding in Python/R).

Responsibilities

• Setup, operate, and maintain (i.e. vent and clean) mass spectrometers from multiple major vendors (Thermo, Bruker, Sciex, etc.).
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results for internal and public presentation.
• Training team members to use instruments independently.
• Designing relevant proteomic experiments.
• Perform protein sample preparation.
• Preparation of lab reagents and media.
• Inventory management and preparation reagents and samples.
• Communication with purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with various vendors.
• May manage MTAs, software licenses, service contracts, and other documentation.

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.
• $5,000 per year educational reimbursement.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior