LCMS Specialist

Job Title: LCMS Specialist

At Ethos Holding Corp., we are seeking a highly skilled LCMS Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our toxicology laboratory, you will be responsible for the upkeep and day-to-day operations of our LC-MS/MS laboratory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and document daily, weekly, monthly, and as-needed maintenance on LC-MS/MS systems
• Prepare solutions for LC systems, requiring calculations related to basic chemistry, such as molarity, buffers, dilutions, etc.
• Update MS systems for changes in methods, test menus, or changes in testing consumables
• Execute the successful tuning and calibration of LC-MS/MS systems
• Prepare daily work lists for all methods and all matrices
• Review calibration and quality control data for each batch of patient samples
• Utilize established protocols to confirm retention time, precursor and product ions, and qualifier ions
• Program reinjections to run on the mass spec instruments
• Communicate with certifying scientists regarding plate status, instrument issues, and more

Requirements:

• Regular and prompt attendance
• Proficient in operating complex laboratory instrumentation and computers with scientific software
• High level of attention to detail
• Demonstrated troubleshooting abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management, documentation, and organizational skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biology, Physics, or similar analytical science field
• Preference for candidates with familiarity with LC-MS/MS instruments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Excellent time management, scheduling, documentation, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated troubleshooting abilities

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in a laboratory environment and exposes the incumbent to normal laboratory hazards and chemicals

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