Applications Scientist: SPE, HPLC, & LC-MS Meth Dev Expert

VRS is currently recruiting a highly experienced chemist or biochemist with at least 7 years of industry experience in chromatographic method development for small molecule extraction, separation, and analysis. This position is in a specialty method development group (pseudo-CRO) tasked with creating solutions for complex separations with which other labs have struggled. It is lab-based, but highly customer-facing, and requires excellent interpersonal communication and collaborative skills.

 

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Promote company product line through development of analytical solutions for various markets and emerging applications (e.g. Pharma, Clinical, Food Safety, Environmental)
• SPE, HPLC, & LC/MS method development and optimization from scratch for a wide range of small molecule applications
• Support customers utilizing company products/methods on a global scale (~25% travel)
• Collaborate with Sales and R&D to create content for corporate marketing communications campaigns
• Small group management (1-4) of technical projects  

 

Candidate Qualifications:

• Minimum of BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Life Sciences
• 7+ years chromatographic (SPE, HPLC, UHPLC) method development experience. Knowledge of column manufacturing a plus!
• Hands-on experience (2+ years) with LC/MS/MS. AB Sciex quad experience is highly sought!
• Versatile, proactive personality, with a strong business acumen
• Excellent presentation and communication skills; sound judgement/ reasoning, and highly organized

 

This is a permanent full time position with an annual salary of $100-120k. Relocation will be provided for the right candidate!

All applicants with a suitable background and drive to succeed are encouraged to apply.

 (Also visit www.VRS-US.com to view related opportunities.)

 

Keywords-

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VRS are the UK's leading Recruitment Consultancy specialising in jobs within Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS, GC-MS, MALDI), all types of analysis supported by Mass Spectrometry, and the associated separation/extraction and chromatography techniques (HPLC, GC, SPE, CE, Gels). Founded by Recruitment and Mass Spectrometry professionals, VRS has rapidly become a leading force in Mass Spec and Chromatography Recruitment Solutions. Through our understanding of the technologies and recruitment experience, we offer a focussed and quality service to both job seeker and recruiter. We have developed strong working relationships with laboratories and departments across the UK, EU and even further afield. VRS aims to continue the growth of its service, to maintain our high level of quality and to enhance our reputation as the premier supplier of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Recruitment Solutions in Europe.