Sr. Scientist Method Development
$50K-$110K (Glassdoor est.)
Q2 Solutions is a leading clinical trial laboratory services organization with end-to-end laboratory services and secure, enterprise-wide biospecimen and consent management solutions. With a relentless focus on quality and innovation, Q2 Solutions uses its global experience and scientific expertise to transform science and data into actionable medical insights that help customers improve human health. A joint venture of IQVIA (formerly QuintilesIMS) and Quest Diagnostics, Q2 Solutions combines the best of each parent organization’s clinical trials laboratory services capabilities to fulfill its mission of treating each sample as if a life depends on it.

This Immunoanalytical Scientist builds on past experience, skills and personal attributes of an accomplished bioanalytical scientist, and requires the ability to act independently with little or no guidance. The position involves applying analytical skills to assist in the development and implementation of profit-generating biomarker assays. An advanced understanding of nano-flow chromatography and modern quadrupole or time-of-flight mass spectrometry instrumentation, development/validation of methodology, biological sample preparation, interpreting of data, interacting with clients, and working to objectives/timelines are integral to this position.

Responsibilities
Work under the general guidance of a Scientific Director to develop and
validate new bioanalytical approaches pertaining specifically to biomarker and biotherapeutic assays for disease mechanism investigations and support of drug development studies
Work with key clients to implement this service in accordance with their expectations
Develop methods including sample preparation, chromatography and mass spectrometry approaches for the detection and quantitation of identified biomarker compounds
Validate associated methodologies to a fit-for-purpose extent
Coordinate application of validated methods to sample analysis
Communicate with clients regarding progress on scientific and operational objectives
Work with management to set work plans, goals and metrics to build this service
Prepare and presents project data and supporting information. Contributes to and reviews technical reports
Attends scientific meetings and client visits to promote Q2 Solutions LCMS Biologics business
Train less experienced scientific co-workers, when necessary, to support growth of LCMS Biologics service
Validate methods to regulatory (GLP) standards
Oversee the application of the validated methods to routine sample analysis
Oversee daily management of intra- and inter-organizational relationships to ensure timely completion of projects in accordance with customer specification
Provide frequent communication of project status with clients
Prepare and make external presentations of Q2 Solutions LCMS Biologics capabilities to clients and prospective clients
Apply analytical skills to assist in the development and implementation of profit-generating assays.
Comply with all applicable regulatory standards, including Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of chromatography and mass spectrometry instrumentation
Understanding of all routine laboratory procedures
Understanding of development/validation of methodology
Understanding of wet-laboratory sample extraction
Ability to interact with clients, and work to objectives/timelines
Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
Ability to maintain clear and efficient method development documentation
Ability to provide verbally communicated or draft procedures
Advanced understanding of nano-flow chromatography and modern quadrupole or time-of-flight mass spectrometry instrumentation, development/validation of methodology, biological sample preparation, interpreting of data
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry/Bioanalytical Chemistry or a related field
5 years’ progressively responsible related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in GLP laboratory environment
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