The LCMS group within the R&D Discovery and Technology Futures group is looking for a creative and energetic Senior Scientist specializing in proteomics to join the discovery team. The successful candidate will join a team of experienced scientists at the BS/MS and PhD levels to support biomarker discovery projects. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has strong wet-bench and data analysis skills, curiosity, and is a team player.
What you can expect:
- Integral part of a dynamic LCMS Discovery team that develops novel and robust multi-omic biomarker assays.
- Use cutting edge instrumentation and analysis software to dig deep into the world of proteomics, metabolomics, lipidomics and post-translational modifications across blood, urine, tissue and fecal samples.
- Drive experimental design for large biomarker experiments and optimize sample preparation protocols for expanding reach of discovery programs.
- Develop top-down workflows with immunoaffinity capture for characterization of proteins of interest.
- Prepares materials, performs experiments, analyzes data, and reaches conclusions.
- Perform troubleshooting of UPLCs and mass spectrometers.
- Document experiments and other lab activities. Prepare reports and summaries. Present results and conclusions.
- Interface with multiple cross-functional teams to support new product development and on-market products.
- Communicate and clearly present results to a broad audience within R&D, including IDEXX senior leadership
What you need to succeed:
- PhD in scientific or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Background in Biochemistry or Chemistry.
- Demonstrated experience working with and developing protocols for a wide variety of sample types; plasma/serum proteomic experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience with and demonstrated understanding of Thermo Orbitrap and Bruker timsTOF mass spectrometers and UPLCs.
- Hands-on experience with and demonstrated understanding of proteomic software.
- Detail-oriented and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate and interpret results.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to take initiative and be accountable.
- Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate techniques and results and implement improved practices.
Why IDEXX
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.
So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Let’s pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock
We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better.
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries.
Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and to build more economically successful practices.
We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk.
Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
