What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist I – Bioanalytical Chemistry position at Cayman Chemical?
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Cayman Chemical Company supplies scientists worldwide with the resources necessary for advancing human and animal health. We offer a vast product catalog that is constantly growing to meet the needs of our clients. Additionally, we provide service programs that include comprehensive solutions to drive clients’ projects to completion.
Our mission is to make research possible. That starts by employing a talented and highly qualified group of experts that develop the tools to support research scientists.
Currently, we are looking to add a Scientist I to the team to assist in providing LC-MS-based analytical services of lipids and other small molecules.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Operate and maintain HPLC-MS/MS instrumentation.
- Perform quantitative HPLC and HPLC-MS analysis of target analytes in a variety of matrices.
- Prepare solvents, mobile phases, and analytical samples of diverse origins.
- Interpret analytical data – suggest and assist in developing new analytical methods.
- Keep complete and accurate record of all observations, measurements, techniques, procedures, and conclusions in a laboratory notebook.
- Search, interpret, and utilize scientific literature.
- Help prepare scientific papers and technical reports for publication and/or presentation.
- Offer technical support to teammates, other staff, and customers as needed.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in chemistry or a related field.
- Experience: 8 years (with Bachelor’s), 5 years (with Master’s), 0 years (with PhD).
- Extensive hands-on experience running HPLC and mass spectrometry equipment, developing HPLC methods, and interpreting LC-MS/MS data. Specific experience in drug pharmacokinetic analysis or lipid analysis preferred.
- Solid knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry.
- Proficiency in general lab calculations and common lab software.
- Ability to work normal business hours on-site in Ann Arbor, MI.
- Demonstrate Cayman’s Core Values – Integrity, Collaboration, People, Learning, and Excellence.
What we Provide:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time-off (4 weeks) for vacations, sick and/or personal reasons
- Over 10 paid holidays per year, including the week of 12/24 through 1/1
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Debt Payment Program
- Life and disability insurance plans
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care (FSA)
- Fun employee events all year long
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Casual dress
- Onsite Gym Facility