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Lc Mass Spectrometry Scientist

3 months ago


Austin, United States Dept of State Health Services Full time

Chemist III
- Under limited supervision of the Mass Spectrometry Screening Group Manager and the Second-Tier Mass Spectrometry Screening Team Lead uses considerable knowledge to independently perform highly complex tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry analysis on high volume neonatal screening specimens. Serves as an authority on test procedures in the laboratory. Utilizes considerable working knowledge of all procedures to participate in maintaining analytic accuracy and precision. Responsible for monitoring and independently performing specimen preparation. Responsible for analysis, quality control and assay acceptability, data and work list evaluation, result entry, release of final results, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment, proper record keeping and training of personnel. Responsible for making significant decisions on the accuracy of laboratory tests on human specimens. Independently determines and releases complex results based on Standard Operating Protocols (SOP). Actively participates in the safety program. Group Manager or Team Lead will assign a small portion of daily work providing general instruction for routine tasks and detailed instructions for non-routine tasks. Duties are independently performed with considerable latitude, adherence to standard protocol and with use of scientific knowledge and independent judgment.

**Essential Job Functions**:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
- Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
- EJF 1. Performs highly complex MS/MS and LC-MS/MS analysis on neonatal screening specimens adhering to standard operating protocols. Performs sample extraction and preparation of internal standards and test solutions. Assists with training Branch staff to complete technical procedures. Monitors and completes proper record keeping and documentation involved with analytical testing and specimen flow. Collates and files electronic and raw results according to DSHS record retention policies. (30%)
- EJF 2. Evaluates and interprets highly complex data. Identifies problems with atypical test results consulting with Team Lead or Group Manager and ensuring final result is captured and reported. Reviews and releases final results. Uses Newborn Screening laboratory information management system. Completes and maintains proper record keeping and documentation involved with data evaluation and interpretation. (25%)
- EJF 3. Performs routine and specialized preventive maintenance of highly complex equipment. Identifies equipment problems, performs troubleshooting and makes routine adjustments as indicated. Performs instrument tuning and post maintenance checks. Monitors and performs calibration verifications of liquid handling and other equipment on a scheduled basis. Completes logs, checklists and other record keeping documentation associated with equipment maintenance and instrument performance. Verifies equipment is operating properly and immediately consults with team lead or Branch Manager when difficult problems arise, assisting with resolution. (20%)
- EJF 4. Performs sampling of filter paper specimens, standards, and controls for newborn screening tests adhering to standard operating protocols. Uses technical knowledge to determine specimen acceptability. Completes proper record keeping and documentation involved with specimen and standards preparation. Preserves samples and standards according to standard operating protocol. (10%)
- EJF 5. Promotes workflow through cooperative interaction, reassignment of duties, and teamwork with supervisor, co-workers, and internal and external customers. Initiates and delivers rapid communication of abnormal test results to Clinical Care Coordination staff for same day follow-up. Recognizes delays in completion of specimen testing, result reporting, and other essential functions and notifies the lead technologist or Branch Manager immediately. Manages assigned work to meet specimen testing, reporting, and other essential functions in a timely manner. Conducts training and tours as assigned. (5%)
- EJF 6. Actively participates in quality control review, proficiency testing, equipment performance documentation, specimen workload tallies and supply inventory to ensure consistently acceptable quality assurance and test performance. Assists in developing procedures for processing specimens to ensure the accuracy of the results and proper handling of specimens. (5%)
- EJF 7. Monitors and performs other duties such as disposing biological and hazardous wastes, general housekeeping, verifying standard expiration dates and volumes, verifying specimen preservation, verifying refrigerator temperatures and verifying laboratory hoods are functioning properly. Employs safe laboratory practices to protect self and ot