US Scientist I/Associate Scientist

Job Title: US Scientist I/Associate Scientist

Location: South San Francisco, CA

Duration: 1 year contract

Job Description:

A Scientist I/Associate Scientist (exact title commensurate with education/experience) is available in the Protein Analytical Chemistry Department.

The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring both mass spec software and instruments function properly to deliver high quality results to the pipeline.

Qualifications:

Bachelor or master degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field.

Hands on experience with mass spectrometry and LC preferred, but not required. Can be a recent grad with undergrad lab experience.

Quick learner, attention to detail, team player, with good communication skills

Responsibilities:

Software related duties

Maintain mass spec software access by granting users access and upgrading software

Ensure prompt data backup by working as the data backup SPOC between users and IT to ensure data integrity.

Organize software training materials and maintain active communication with users

Instrument related duties

Maintaining instruments by adhering to weekly and monthly routine maintenance procedures

Communicating and escalating issues to stakeholders or the MS walkup core lead when appropriate

Collaborating with the MS walkup core lead on improving and maintaining current walkup core practices in line with operational excellence