Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior/Principal Scientist in Translational Medicine Mass Spectrometry for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize mass spectrometry to explore novel biomarker hypotheses, assist in streamlining existing workflows, and help to drive innovation within the group through improved LC-MS/MS method development.

Required Skills:

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology and successful postdoctoral research training in a related field
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience with liquid chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) approaches, and have excellent troubleshooting capabilities
• Experience in clinical proteomics and clinical sample processing is required. Hands-on experience with maintaining LC and MS instrumentation is also required.
• Strong analytical background with fundamentals in assay development, system suitability, and method evaluation
• Experience with discovery proteomics approaches (TMT, DIA-MS, SWATH, etc.) and corresponding data analysis tools
• Knowledge of sample preparation techniques for analysis of biomarkers and other mediators from biological fluids (e.g. plasma, CSF, urine, stool, etc.)
• A proven ability to analyze and visualize complex datasets using tools like MSstats, Spotfire, R, or Skyline and experience with standard instrument software such as Analyst or Xcalibur
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, be able to work independently as well as in a team environment, and be willing and eager to learn and train others on new technologies

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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