Research Associate-Analytical Chemistry

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute (LBRI) is seeking an experienced Research Associate in Analytical Chemistry with considerable experience. The position will support development, validation and application of analytical assays within the Scientific Core Laboratories. The job will involve working in multi-disciplinary scientific teams to develop, validate and apply analytical chemistry methods for sample analysis. Working in the laboratory to process and analyze samples using Gas Chromatography (GC) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) instrumentation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical engineering, or similar discipline, as well as at least two (2) years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.
• experience in GC, GC-MS, HPLC, UPLC and analytical assay development, validation and sample analysis
• ability to summarize data and write reports
• knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice Guidelines (FDA, OECD, EPA).
• strong written and verbal communication skills
• the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed.
• ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB) is required.
• Post-offer physical and background check are required.

Nice To Haves

• experience in a regulated setting (FDA, GCP, CLIA, etc.)
• experience with OpenLab software
• experience with Waters Empower software
• established training in management techniques like Six Sigma or 5S management process

Responsibilities

• development, validation and application of analytical assays
• working in multi-disciplinary scientific teams to develop, validate and apply analytical chemistry methods for sample analysis
• process and analyze samples using Gas Chromatography (GC) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) instrumentation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level