Scientist R&D, Mass Spectrometry

Medline • Mundelein, IL

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About The Position

Job Summary The Scientist is responsible for contributing to the development and support of products and technologies within the R&D group and Medline. The ideal candidate will greatly contribute to the R&D department with mass spectrometry skills including structural elucidation of unknown compounds for the characterization of plastic packaging systems and medical device. The Scientist is a subject matter expert in the area of structural elucidation through mass spectrometry and the utilization of pertinent instruments, such as LC-MS, GC-MS and ICP-MS. Job Description Responsibilities: Independent, design and execute experiments using various analytical instruments such as liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Leader for the department in the Mass Spectrometry field, through innovation in its field of expertise. Uses mass spectrometry expertise for structural elucidation of unknown chemical compounds. Facilitate and contribute to Operational Excellence in the Medline Chemistry Department. Author of scientific documents, such as protocols, reports, and analytical methods. Able to effectively communicate and present findings in a concise and organized manner in a form that is suitable for a wide-ranging audience. Performs cross-functional activities to collaborate and communicate with different departments to establish requirements and timeline for project deliverables. Guide and mentor Jr Chemist in the execution of experiments using LC-MS, GC-MS, and ICP-MS instrumentation and structural elucidation. Performs Method Development and Method Validation activities. Able to adapt to changes and has an agile mindset. Demonstrates quality and detail-oriented work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field
• 7+ years of experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical related field.
• Knowledge of FDA requirements and experience with FDA interactions as part of the 510k/ANDA/NDA approval processes
• Knowledge of CE technical files
• Experience with risk assessment and root cause analysis.
• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (domestic and international).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry with at least 10+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or Doctorate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in the mass spectrometry field and unknown structure elucidation.
• Required knowledge and relevant working experience (hands-on experience) with instrumental analysis including LC-MS, GC-MS, and ICP-MS.
• Knowledgeable in structural elucidation of unknown chemical compounds through mass spectrometry.
• Method Development and Method Validation as per FDA and ICH guidelines.
• Good understanding of GxP practices.
• Ability to learn quickly and to solve problems in a timely manner using critical thinking and analytical chemistry skills.
• Able to work in a team environment and demonstrates an inclusive attitude.
• Possess strong time management and project management skills.
• Good ability to mentor Jr personnel.
• Subject matter expert in the mass spectrometry field with strong focus on structural elucidation of unknown chemical compounds.
• Knowledge in the E&L field for medical devices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independent, design and execute experiments using various analytical instruments such as liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS), gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS).
• Leader for the department in the Mass Spectrometry field, through innovation in its field of expertise.
• Uses mass spectrometry expertise for structural elucidation of unknown chemical compounds.
• Facilitate and contribute to Operational Excellence in the Medline Chemistry Department.
• Author of scientific documents, such as protocols, reports, and analytical methods.
• Able to effectively communicate and present findings in a concise and organized manner in a form that is suitable for a wide-ranging audience.
• Performs cross-functional activities to collaborate and communicate with different departments to establish requirements and timeline for project deliverables.
• Guide and mentor Jr Chemist in the execution of experiments using LC-MS, GC-MS, and ICP-MS instrumentation and structural elucidation.
• Performs Method Development and Method Validation activities.
• Able to adapt to changes and has an agile mindset.
• Demonstrates quality and detail-oriented work.

Benefits

• Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
• Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.
• For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees