What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Director (LC-MS) position at ZRT Laboratory?
About ZRT Laboratory
ZRT Laboratory is an internationally recognized leader in hormone and wellness testing. For over 24 years, healthcare providers and academic research teams worldwide have trusted our expertise in accurately measuring hormones, Neurotransmitters, and elements in saliva, finger-stick dried blood, and dried urine and serum. With results from over 10 million tests, ZRT offers a commitment to the best science and the best people, delivering premier personalized home-collection testing solutions.
The incumbent will lead all LC-MS method development, troubleshooting, and technical oversight while supporting laboratory operations and management. Will serve as technical expert for LC-MS testing operations, research projects, and commercial development initiatives, and collaborate with Laboratory and Mass Spectrometry Managers to provide technical leadership.
Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Method Development:
- Lead all LC-MS method development, improvement, and validation initiatives
- Conduct advanced troubleshooting for LC-MS instrumentation and experimental protocols
- Oversee development, management and validation of new analyte tests
- Ensure non-commercial testing projects remain on schedule and meet objectives
- Perform and record quality control procedures for applicable equipment and protocols
Data Management & Analysis:
- Lead presentation and handling of complex analytical data
- Communicate anomalous LC-MS test results to clinical consulting team
- Write clinical monographs explaining clinical relevance of LC-MS testing
- Review quarterly quality assurance reports for LC-MS data
Collaboration & Support:
- Work with Laboratory Manager and Mass Spectrometry Managers to guide operational and technical decisions
- Facilitate communication between laboratory staff and upper management
- Work with IT, marketing, and sales teams to prepare tests for commercialization
- Collaborate with other laboratory leadership on daily LC-MS operations
- Support maintenance of electronic files for CLIA-regulated research and development
Research & Development:
- Conduct LC-MS product development focusing on nutritional and herbal supplements
- Lead research projects with academic and commercial partners
- Direct technical aspects of LC-MS assays for IRB-approved scientific studies
Professional Development & Communication:
- Conduct presentations, webinars, and lectures on LC-MS research and testing
- Present at scientific conferences and professionais meetings
- Attend conferences to maintain current knowledge of LC-MS/GC-MS innovation
- Provide technical presentations to internal staff and external audiences
Education and Experience:
- Doctorate in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or other life science
- Minimum 5 years of relevant LC-MS experience in clinical or research laboratory setting
- Management experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated presentation and communication experience preferred
Competencies:
- Expert-level knowledge in LC-MS maintenance, troubleshooting, and method development
- Proficient in sample extraction and processing techniques for LC-MS applications
- Advanced experience with quantitative data analysis approaches
- Strong ability to interpret analytical data in biological contexts
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with presentation experience
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex research projects simultaneously
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives
We offer a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, many great perks, and promote a healthy and diverse work environment. If this sounds like the right fit, please apply today!
ZRT Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.