Research Scientist, Metabolomics

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Associate degree or certificate of completion in a related engineering or related scientific discipline, or three years of equivalent work experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in mass spectrometry principles and applications for metabolomics and lipidomics, with key analytical and problem-solving skills, especially for QQQ, Q-TOF, ID-X MS systems.
• Experience with data analysis, experimental process, and development of new LC/MS analytical solutions
• Ability to write clear documentation, perform administrative duties, and research protocol maintenance related to research studies and/or scientific/engineering projects.
• Hands-on experience in LC/MS small molecule applications, including method development, quantification, characterization, and structure elucidation.
• Ability to interpret and determine validity of data and check own work.
• Ability to interact, collaborate, and cooperate with colleagues in the highly interdisciplinary shared research environment of the Sarafan ChEM-H Knowledge Centers.   

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Highly preferred: Ph.D. in analytical chemistry or related scientific discipline with 0-2⁺ years of industry or academic experience in metabolomics, lipidomics, or small molecule LC/MS application space, or MS/BS with 5+ years of solid LC/MS instrumentation and small molecule application experience.
• Expertise in mass spectrometry principles and applications for metabolomics and lipidomics, with key analytical and problem-solving skills, especially for Agilent QQQ, Q-TOF, MSDiQ, and Themo ID-X MS systems.
• Hands-on experience and troubleshooting skills on LC separation techniques (i.e. RP, HILIC)
• Proficiency in performing untargeted and targeted metabolomics and lipidomics data processing, statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Hands-on experience in various biological sample preparation technique such as PP, LLE, and SPE.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Experience in various LC/MS data processing software such as Agilent MassHunter (i.e. Qual, Quant, Profinder, PCDL, Lipid Annotator, MPP), and Thermo Xcalibur, TraceFinder, Compound Discoverer, and Lipid Search etc.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate and present results to researchers who have little knowledge of mass spectrometry, metabolomics and lipidomics workflow.

Physical requirements*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment.
• Position may require repetitive motion.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Working conditions:

• May require working in close proximity to synthetic chemistry laboratory.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.