Entry-level Pharma Bioanalytical Chemist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry with specialized laboratory services delivered by professional scientists—advancing research, fostering collaboration, and accelerating innovation with quality and a commitment to excellence.  We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay (with relocation bonus as needed), attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment.  We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.
Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.
Good: We act ethically and morally.
Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.
Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.
Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Entry-level Pharma Bioanalytical Chemist.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform quantitative in-vivo ICP-MS and LC-MS/MS analysis of biological samples, including tissue homogenization and digestion.
  • Must be familiar with sample preparation techniques in a bioanalytical laboratory.
  • Experience with Agilent ICP-MS, MassHunter software or any LC/MS system will be an added advantage.
    
  • Experience with microwave digestion and homogenization sample preparation is a plus.
• Operate of basic laboratory equipment and mass spectrometer systems.
  • Must have hands-on experience with wet laboratory techniques: weighing, pipetting and digestion of biological matrices.
  • Experience handling and working with biohazard and chemical hazard would be advantageous.
• Generate, analyze, and process data and assist with report writing.
  • Must be proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Prior presentation skills would be advantageous as method development efforts and current workflows will be discussed to the broader team during team meetings.
    
  • Experience with a LIMS system and/or an electronic notebook system is desirable.
• Manage sample receiving, shipping and inventory.
  
• Follow established bioanalytical guidelines to process, quantify, and analyze large data sets.
  

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related field with 1-2 years of experience working in an academic or industry laboratory setting.
  • Familiarity with basic Pharmacokinetic principles is desirable.
• Team player mentality with strong written and verbal communication skills. Must have good organizational skills and must be detail oriented. 
• The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This position is a day shift role (approx. 8a-5p local time).

Cogent Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, if you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

This job posting will close by 5/1/2026 or when a candidate is identified, whichever comes first.

Salary : $50,000 - $52,000