Scientist, LCMS

Altasciences•Columbia, MO

12d

About The Position

You will assist in daily activities and operation of the Laboratory Sciences department including equipment maintenance, stocking supplies and general cleaning. You will also support and perform data collection activities including primarily focused on mass-spectrometry.

Requirements

Associates/Bachelor’s degree in Immunology/ Biology/ Chemistry or equivalent discipline plus a minimum of 6 months relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Problem solving and analysis
Time management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Prepare materials, including animal blood and tissues, for analytical assays (e.g., ligand binding assays, flow cytometry, cell-based assays, mass-spectrometry, as assigned) and perform the assays according to Protocol or other guiding documents with accurate documentation.
Maintain and document chain of custody for specimens, reagents, controls, and samples in the laboratory.
Maintain and update facility records related to the laboratory and its analyses.
Review laboratory records, procedures and study data for completeness and accuracy.
Document deviations to laboratory procedures and study protocols and unforeseen circumstances in a timely manner and provide input for corrective actions.
Assist in calibration, optimization, maintenance, and collection of data from analytical instruments.
Follow Alta’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensure compliance with GLP, ALCOA+, USDA, and AAALAC guidelines, and can identify areas for improvement.
Perform routine laboratory maintenance (including cleaning, stocking supplies, equipment maintenance tasks, etc.).