Spectrometrist

Cherokee Federal • Columbia, MO

41d • $50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Mass Spectrometrist This position requires an active USAccess clearance or the ability to obtain a USAccess clearance to be considered. Join Cherokee Federal as a Mass Spectrometrist supporting the Ecosystems Mission Area! Utilize advanced liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS) techniques to analyze environmental samples, develop cutting-edge methods, and contribute to critical environmental research. Work in a dynamic team environment addressing emerging challenges to protect environmental health and sustainability. Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range for Mass Spectrometrist : $50,000 to $60,000 Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Mass Spectrometrist Responsibilities Include: Instrument Operation: Efficiently operate and maintain LC/MS/MS instrumentation, perform routine calibration, and troubleshoot operational issues. Method Development: Assist in the development and validation of analytical methods to detect and quantify chemical substances in various environmental matrices. Sample Analysis: Conduct thorough analyses of environmental samples to assess the presence and concentration of PFAS and other contaminants using advanced LC/MS/MS techniques. Data Generation: Collect and generate accurate data from sample analyses, ensuring integrity through meticulous attention to detail and reproducibility. Data Management: Organize and manage data effectively, using appropriate software and databases to maintain clear records and facilitate easy retrieval for analysis and reporting (e.g., MassLynx, R, excel). Quality Control: Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control protocols to ensure accuracy and reliability in analytical results. Visualization and Reporting: Assist in creating tables, graphs, figures, and text to summarize methodologies and findings, synthesizing complex data into accessible formats for diverse audiences. Collaboration and Communication: Actively participate in research meetings, provide insights from data analysis, and collaborate with team members to align project goals and timelines. Project Support: Support planned projects assessing the effects of contaminants (e.g., PFAS) in the environment by contributing to data analyses and ensuring data adheres to quality control and quality assurance plans. Performs other job-related duties as assigned (cleaning and organizing lab space, sample preparation, bench chemistry, washing dishes, dissections, prepare documents and spreadsheets etc.). Mass Spectrometrist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 2+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and operating LC/MS/MS instrumentation, demonstrating proficiency in troubleshooting, method development, optimization, and data analysis. Strong foundation in analytical or environmental chemistry with an emphasis on liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS). Familiarity with the analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Practical experience in laboratory settings with expertise in method development and analytical techniques. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and data management skills. Proficiency in scientific software (e.g., MassLynx) for data analysis and visualization. Effective communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration in multidisciplinary teams. Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field
• 2+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and operating LC/MS/MS instrumentation, demonstrating proficiency in troubleshooting, method development, optimization, and data analysis.
• Strong foundation in analytical or environmental chemistry with an emphasis on liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS).
• Familiarity with the analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
• Practical experience in laboratory settings with expertise in method development and analytical techniques.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and data management skills.
• Proficiency in scientific software (e.g., MassLynx) for data analysis and visualization.
• Effective communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instrument Operation: Efficiently operate and maintain LC/MS/MS instrumentation, perform routine calibration, and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Method Development: Assist in the development and validation of analytical methods to detect and quantify chemical substances in various environmental matrices.
• Sample Analysis: Conduct thorough analyses of environmental samples to assess the presence and concentration of PFAS and other contaminants using advanced LC/MS/MS techniques.
• Data Generation: Collect and generate accurate data from sample analyses, ensuring integrity through meticulous attention to detail and reproducibility.
• Data Management: Organize and manage data effectively, using appropriate software and databases to maintain clear records and facilitate easy retrieval for analysis and reporting (e.g., MassLynx, R, excel).
• Quality Control: Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control protocols to ensure accuracy and reliability in analytical results.
• Visualization and Reporting: Assist in creating tables, graphs, figures, and text to summarize methodologies and findings, synthesizing complex data into accessible formats for diverse audiences.
• Collaboration and Communication: Actively participate in research meetings, provide insights from data analysis, and collaborate with team members to align project goals and timelines.
• Project Support: Support planned projects assessing the effects of contaminants (e.g., PFAS) in the environment by contributing to data analyses and ensuring data adheres to quality control and quality assurance plans.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned (cleaning and organizing lab space, sample preparation, bench chemistry, washing dishes, dissections, prepare documents and spreadsheets etc.).

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K

What This Job Offers

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