Scientist - Pharma LC-MS/MS

1 month ago


Olathe, Kansas, United States KCAS Bio Full time

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world's health while problem solving and innovating in the field – that is what we get to do every day at KCAS Bio. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working at KCAS Bio is for you.

When you work as a Pharma LC-MS/MS Scientist at KCAS, you get to further our mission as the core of KCAS, carrying out and supervising all aspects of our studies.

Our Pharma LC-MS/MS lab team uses their knowledge in GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) and GCP (Good Clinical Practice) methods to support clients' regulatory submissions for drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical studies, including bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites, biomarkers, and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.

Learn more about our work in Pharma LC-MS/MS here: Pharmaceutical Services | KCAS Bioanalytical Services

In this role, we will rely on you to:

  • Perform Sample Extraction Techniques using Protein Precipitation, Liquid-Liquid, and Solid Phase.
  • Develop methods using LC-MS/MS, preferably Bioanalytical unless solely functioning as a MD scientist.
  • Perform sample pipetting and drug weighing.
  • Ensure adequate supplies to initiate method development, sample preparation and analysis, data interpretation & review, troubleshooting and report preparation.
  • Design basic experiments & evaluate outcome vs. current best practices, protocols other relevant guidelines; recommend appropriate course of action, as necessary.
  • Act as a lead scientist, help to design experiments, provide work instructions and technical training to more junior scientific staff in daily activities.
  • Prepare data summaries for senior scientists to aid in client updates.
  • Interact with clients and/or auditors, as necessary.
  • Act as a technical expert for all aspects of process design and problem solving.
  • Perform all aspects of job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values.
  • Be proficient at applicable software used for the position (i.e., Analyst, Watson, or equivalent)

To qualify specifically for this role, you will have:

  • Bachelor's, master's or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or chemical/biochemical engineering, or related field with ​at least 3 years of experience with LC-MS/MS​
  • Experience with Sample Extraction Techniques using Protein Precipitation, Liquid-Liquid, and Solid Phase
  • Experience developing methods using LC-MS/MS, preferably Bioanalytical unless solely functioning as a MD scientist
  • Sample pipetting and drug weighing
  • Principal Investigation experience preferred

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.

WHO WE ARE

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another's growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people.

KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to or call for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.

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