Senior Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Scientist – Mass Spectrometry

Job Description

As a Senior Scientist in a cutting-edge mass spectrometry laboratory, you will develop advanced mass spectrometry-based methods for biotherapeutic product characterization and molecule analysis across all stages of development. You will drive innovation and create technologies that support a diverse research and development pipeline, focusing on complex modalities such as monoclonal antibodies, bispecifics, siRNAs, and AAVs.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute targeted and untargeted small-molecule and elemental analyses on cell culture media and drug molecules using LC-MS, GC-MS, and ICP-MS to support biotherapeutic product development.
• Develop, optimize, and validate advanced mass spectrometry methods to enable robust characterization of biotherapeutic candidates and related materials.
• Provide analytical support to cross-functional teams, including discovery, process development, formulation development, and manufacturing, to address drug development challenges and inform decision-making.
• Independently perform sample preparation and mass spectrometry analyses, ensuring high-quality, reproducible data generation.
• Document experimental procedures, methods, and results in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) with clarity and completeness.
• Represent the analytical mass spectrometry function on project teams and serve as a subject matter expert for mass spectrometry-based characterization.
• Prepare and deliver clear, data-driven presentations of experimental results and technical insights at internal and external meetings.
• Contribute to extended characterization of monoclonal antibodies and other biologics by mass spectrometry to support product and process development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement and utilize liquid handlers and other laboratory automation tools to increase throughput and efficiency.
• Stay current with advances in mass spectrometry technologies and analytical methodologies and apply relevant innovations to ongoing projects.

Essential Skills

• MS degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or a PhD in one of these disciplines with 0–2+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with advanced mass spectrometry techniques, including method development and analysis using LC-MS, ICP-MS, and/or GC-MS.
• Demonstrated expertise in small molecule characterization, including accurate mass measurement, isotope pattern analysis, and MS/MS fragmentation.
• Proven ability to independently design, conduct, and troubleshoot complex mass spectrometry experiments in a laboratory setting.
• Strong skills in documenting experimental work and results in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN).
• Experience supporting cross-functional scientific teams with analytical data and interpretation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex analytical data to diverse audiences.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with extended characterization of monoclonal antibodies by mass spectrometry to support product and process development.
• Familiarity with biotherapeutic modalities such as monoclonal antibodies, bispecifics, siRNAs, and AAVs.
• Experience working with liquid handlers and laboratory automation to support high-throughput analytical workflows.
• Background in analytical development within a drug development environment, particularly using protein mass spectrometry (LC-MS).
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a culture of scientific excellence and innovation.

This is a Contract position based out of Tarrytown, NY.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Tarrytown,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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