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US Tech Solutions, Inc.

Scientist, Biologics LCMS Bioanalysis - Biologist II/III

US Tech Solutions, Inc., Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

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Duration: 6 months contract

Work schedule:

Monday – Friday 9-5. No OT offered or required.

Description:

The

Quantitative, Translational ADME

Sciences

department is seeking a highly motivated and energetic

Bioanalytical Scientist

to join the

biologics bioanalysis, characterization and proteomics (BBCP) group . The primary responsibility of this position is to

support LC-MS (liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry)-based bioanalysis

and

method development

for biologic entities, such as

monoclonal antibodies, multi-specific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs),

and other novel modalities. The successful candidate will have experience in optimizing and implementing hybrid LC-MS-based bioanalytical methods to support non-regulated preclinical PK and TK studies. Responsibilities include routine sample preparation, method development, instrument maintenance, data analysis, report writing, and presenting data at internal and external meetings.

Responsibilities:

Perform

affinity purification and digestion of biological therapeutics

(including but not limited to monoclonal and bispecific antibodies, antibody drug conjugates, antibody-siRNA conjugates, and fusion proteins) from biological matrices manually or using automation systems. Operate and maintain LC/MS instruments

to generate high-quality experimental data. Optimize and develop LC/MS methods

to meet assay specificity and sensitivity requirements. Analyze data and maintain detailed, accurate and comprehensive study documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks. Communicate data interpretation internally and externally.

Top skill requirements:

Prior industry experience in

drug discovery/development

highly desired. Hands-on experience with

QQQ (SCIEX) Mass Spectrometer

required, additional experience with

qTOF (Agilent, Bruker, SCIEX) and/or Orbitrap (Thermo) mass spectrometers

a plus. Hands-on experience with

biologics bioanalysis

highly desired, additional experience with

oligonucleotide analysis

a plus. Hands-on experience with

immuno-affinity purification

and

automation

systems (e.g.,

TECAN, AssayMap Bravo or Hamilton ) highly desired. Highly motivated, self-driven and results-oriented with communication and presentation skills; capable of working both as a team player and individual contributor. In-depth understanding of

PK, TK and PK/PD studies

is preferred. Open to a Biologist III.

Education and experience:

Degree in

Chemistry, Pharmacology

or related fields. BS with 5+ years or MS with 2+ years in

pharmaceutical industry

setting with a focus on mass spectrometry.

About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit

www.ustechsolutions.com

.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.