Post-Doctorate Research Associate - Lipidomics and Biomarker Development

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory • Richland, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to collaboration and work–life balance. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven post-docs come to PNNL to work with world-renowned researchers on cutting edge science, innovations, and technologies.
The Translation Omics Group at PNNL is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our multi-disciplinary team with a focus on mass spectrometry-based lipidomics analysis and LC-MS biomarker development related to type 1 diabetes. The postdoc will be working across multiple cutting-edge NIH-funded projects related to biomedical and clinical applications. The individual will develop and optimize targeted and untargeted LC-MS methods to advance lipidomics profiling capabilities, identify and validate candidate biomarkers, and contribute to type 1 diabetes research. The candidate will have the opportunity to receive technical training in the latest cutting-edge mass spectrometry applications available within PNNL.
The selected candidate is expected to:
Have strong expertise in mass spectrometry analytical approaches for omics and biological interpretation,
Develop and validate quantitative LC-MS assays for candidate biomarkers in complex biological matrices (e.g., plasma, serum),
Conduct independent research and work on team assignments, lead manuscripts and maintain a strong overall publication record in the peer-reviewed scientific literature,
Interact, communicate, and problem-solve with a diverse team of multi-disciplinary research staff across PNNL,
Present research projects at national conferences,
Work safely and independently in a laboratory setting, and
Participate in the development of research proposals. An ideal candidate will also have experience in ion mobility spectrometry and bioinformatics pipelines.
This is a full-time, limited-term employment position. The duration of this appointment is two years, with the option of extending the appointment for up to three years.

Requirements

• Have strong expertise in mass spectrometry analytical approaches for omics and biological interpretation
• Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.
• The ideal candidate would have a Ph.D. degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or closely related fields with strong biological knowledge of human metabolism.
• Experience with mass spectrometry.
• Experience with chromatography (LC-MS) and/or ion mobility spectrometry, and the ability to tackle large, complex omics datasets is desirable but not required.
• Additionally, the candidate should be safety-oriented, possess excellent communication skills (oral and written), be collaborative, and have a desire to learn and develop new concepts and research techniques.
• The ability to critically think, problem-solve, and execute routine research tasks independently is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in ion mobility spectrometry and bioinformatics pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate quantitative LC-MS assays for candidate biomarkers in complex biological matrices (e.g., plasma, serum)
• Conduct independent research and work on team assignments, lead manuscripts and maintain a strong overall publication record in the peer-reviewed scientific literature
• Interact, communicate, and problem-solve with a diverse team of multi-disciplinary research staff across PNNL
• Present research projects at national conferences
• Work safely and independently in a laboratory setting
• Participate in the development of research proposals

Benefits

• health insurance
• flexible work schedules
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• telehealth care options
• mental health benefits
• wellness coaching
• health savings account
• flexible spending accounts
• basic life insurance
• disability insurance
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• tuition assistance
• relocation
• backup childcare
• legal benefits
• supplemental parental bonding leave
• surrogacy and adoption assistance
• fertility support
• company-funded pension plan
• 401 (k) savings plan with company match
• vacation hours
• paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree