Associate Scientist- Mass Spec Bioanalysis, Method Dev

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world’s health while problem solving and innovating in the field – that is what Associate Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working as an Associate Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you.

When you work as an Associate Scientist at KCAS Bio, you further our mission by being part of a growing team responsible for developing quantitative methods for molecules of all modalities. This team utilizes skills including sample prep, instrumentation, and data analysis, with a focus on quantitative mass spectrometry.

Our Mass Spec Bioanalysis lab team uses LCMS techniques to prepare sophisticated samples to meet bioanalytical needs for drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical studies, including bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites, biomarkers, and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.

• Contribute to all phases of assigned projects including sample preparation (extraction, enrichments/affinity capture, digestions), instrumentation including troubleshooting, method development and qualification activities, data analysis and report generation
• Work with the lead scientist to identify critical experiments and deliver results
• Able to set up and change instrument configurations for various LCMS methods
• Prepare data summaries for the project updates to aid in client meetings
• Perform all aspects of a job in a way that supports the company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or chemical/biochemical engineering, or related field
• Experience with wet lab chemistry
• Experience with LCMS and analytical techniques is a plus
• Experience with proteins, peptides, and immunoaffinity is a plus

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.

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WHO WE ARE

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another’s growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people.

Learn more about what it is like to work at KCAS Bio

KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to kcasrecruiting@kcasbio.com or call 913-248-3000 (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.

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