Scientist I

Sonic Healthcare USA•Austin, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Scientist I works in Sonic Reference Laboratory (SRL), Sonic Healthcare USA’s national reference laboratory, as part of its esoteric testing lab. The role performs routine and difficult patient-sample extractions and routine analysis using LC-MS/MS or HPLC analytical techniques accurately and efficiently, following SRL procedures. The laboratory emphasizes quality, innovation, lean processes, continuous improvement, mutual respect, trust, and teamwork. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position in Austin, Texas. The schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, with 40 scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and/or master’s degree in a scientific field.
At least 1 year of extraction experience.
At least 1 year of LC-MS/MS experience.
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and managers.
Excellent attention to detail.
Basic computer knowledge.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and fluctuations in workload.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to perform basic and intermediate calculations as needed.
Ability to follow and implement policies and standard operating procedures.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare non-critical solutions, including mobile phases and buffers.
Perform automated and routine liquid-liquid, supported liquid, and SPE extractions, or dilute-and-shoot extractions.
Independently plan and conduct laboratory work.
Promptly and clearly document procedural processes.
Perform basic maintenance and setup of LC-MS/MS or HPLC instruments.
Monitor assays on LC-MS/MS or HPLC instruments.
Independently apply basic instrumentation troubleshooting skills.
Help maintain the laboratory by cleaning glassware, removing biohazard bins, and maintaining small equipment.
Assist with filing paperwork associated with daily production runs.
Assist with maintaining laboratory inventory.