Lab Technician

Position Overview

As an Analytical Chemistry Lab Technician, you will play a crucial role in our daily laboratory operations. You will be responsible for preparing samples, operating advanced analytical instrumentation (primarily HPLC/UHPLC and Mass Spectrometry), and documenting results to support our peptide testing pipeline. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on chemist looking to deepen their expertise in chromatography and biomolecule analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample & Mobile Phase Preparation: Accurately weigh samples, prepare chemical solutions, buffers, and mobile phases according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Instrument Operation: Run routine analytical testing on peptides using HPLC, UHPLC, and LC-MS.
• Data Collection & Documentation: Accurately record experimental data, maintain precise laboratory notebooks, and input results into our LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System).
• Routine Maintenance: Perform basic calibration, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on analytical instruments.
• Inventory & Safety: Monitor laboratory supplies, manage chemical waste disposal, and strictly adhere to all safety, OSHA, and chemical hygiene protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory environment (academic lab experience or internships accepted).
• Technical Skills: * Hands-on experience with HPLC or UHPLC instrumentation is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with peptide chemistry, amino acid analysis, or mass spectrometry is a strong plus.
• Strong mathematical skills for calculating dilutions, concentrations, and molarities.
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person