Research Associate II, Mass Spectrometry at PTC… · Mountain…

Summary: PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of those with rare diseases. They are seeking a Research Associate II to join their Multiomics team, where the successful candidate will execute and analyze experimental results in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Responsibilities: - Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment (e.g. LC-MS/MS, ELISA, liquid handlers) - Execute sample preparation and enrichment protocols for multiple sample types (e.g. plasma, CSF, tissues, and cells) to enable downstream multiomic analyses - Prepares buffers, stocks, and standards according to SOP’s to perform routine system suitability checks - Analyzes data, QC’s peer data, documents results, and presents findings to the Multiomics team - Tracks daily progress in Agile software to provide real-time updates for project stakeholders - Abides by all safety and regulatory guidelines. Maintains a detailed laboratory notebook - Demonstrates compliance with corporate, department, and job-specific requirements - Performs other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management Required Qualifications: - 1 – 3 years of hands-on laboratory experience, with a strong preference for prior LC-MS/MS experience - Proficient with standard laboratory equipment (e.g. pipettes, centrifuges, balances, and homogenizers) - Experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation - Prior use of sample preparation techniques for the extraction and quantitation of small molecules, peptides, or proteins from biofluids and tissues - Familiarity with bioanalytical software applications (e.g. Analyst, Excel, or Prism) - Detail-oriented worker with superb organizational and time management skills - Excellent communicator with a positive attitude - Ability to multitask and respond quickly to shifting priorities while adhering to project timelines - Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience - B.S. degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field with at least 1-2 years of experience Preferred Qualifications: - Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred - Familiarity with sample processing for downstream proteomics or biomarker analysis is preferred - Prior experience with liquid robotic handlers is a plus Required Skills: LC-MS/MS, Sample preparation, Analytical instrumentation Important Skills: Bioanalytical software, Laboratory equipment Nice-to-Have Skills: communicator, Multitasking, Detail-oriented, Time management Benefits: Short- and long-term incentives, Medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans