Mass Spectrometry Technician

QPS • Newark, DE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

QPS, LLC is seeking a hands-on Mass Spectrometry Specialist (internally designated as Specialist, MSS) to support the Mass Spectrometry Services team and its advanced bioanalytical instruments. The systems support preclinical, nonclinical, and clinical trials and drug development worldwide. The LC-MS group quantifies small molecules, oligonucleotides, peptides, proteins, and metabolite biomarkers using LC-MS/(HR)MS and hybrid/immunoaffinity mass spectrometry techniques.

The position focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, qualifying, and supporting LC-MS/MS and related analytical equipment. It also involves installing and configuring instrumentation, managing parts and consumables, collaborating with scientific teams, and helping maintain a clean and safe laboratory. The role is 100% based at a QPS office or facility in Newark, Delaware. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent or unrestricted basis; visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electronics, instrumentation, or integrated systems.
• Hands-on laboratory, capstone, internship, or co-op experience with analytical or biomedical equipment.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent or unrestricted basis; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to chromatography systems such as HPLC/UHPLC.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation, optics, detectors, or signal processing.
• Experience with mass spectrometry; academic or internship experience is acceptable.
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or pharmaceutical sciences.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair LC-MS/MS systems and associated bioanalytical instrumentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and performance qualification on LC-MS/MS systems, UHPLC systems, LC-UV/FLD, and related analytical equipment.
• Support equipment validation and system performance verification.
• Install and configure new instrumentation.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts and consumables.
• Work with cross-functional scientific teams.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and high-performing laboratory environment.

Benefits

• Company-matched 401(k).
• Company-sponsored Group Life/AD&D insurance.
• Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Bonuses and merit increases linked to individual, team, and company performance.
• Training and advancement opportunities.
• Structured career ladders.
• Park-like setting in Newark, Delaware.
• Internal committees focused on QPS employees' needs and enjoyment.

What This Job Offers

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