Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our worlds health while problem solving and innovating in the field that is what Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day. If that gets you excited too then maybe working as a Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you.
When you work as a Scientist II in the Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development group at KCAS you get to further our mission by leveraging your knowledge in bioanalytical and scientific principles to independently execute defined aspects of studies from study setup through data generation as well as support development activities. You will utilize your scientific foundation to assess data integrity and troubleshoot with limited oversight.
Our Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development team uses LCMS (Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry) techniques to conduct sophisticated sample preparation to meet bioanalytical needs for drug discovery preclinical and clinical studies including bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites biomarkers and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.
In this role we will rely on you to:
- Execute study activities including sample preparation (extractions enrichments/affinity capture digestions) LCMS analysis and data processing with limited supervision
- Support method development qualification and optimization activities
- Troubleshoot technical issues and propose solutions with limited guidance
- Analyze data and prepare summaries for senior scientists to aid in client updates
- Ensure compliance of study activities with pertinent portions of study protocol SOPs & regulatory requirements
- Communicate study progress and risks to senior staff
- Provide informal guidance to junior staff as needed
- Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission vision and values
To qualify specifically for this role you will have:
- Bachelors or masters in chemistry Biochemistry or chemical/biochemical engineering or related field with at least 24 years of experience with LC-MS/MS
- Hands-on experience with bioanalytical sample preparation quantitative LC-MS/MS and chromatography
- Experience supporting method development qualification and troubleshooting
- Experience with small molecule analysis; proteins peptides or biomarkers experience preferred
- Familiarity with reversed phase or HILIC chromatography and standard bioanalytical workflows
- Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP/GxP) preferred
Depending on your background and qualifications we may consider hiring you for one of three levels of Scientist roles at KCAS Bio. This will be determined during the interview process.
(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)
WHO YOU ARE
You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment are purpose- and values-driven embrace constant development and supportive leadership and enjoy being part of innovative work.
WHAT YOULL GET
Our benefits include and extend beyond the traditional package. At KCAS Bio you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks family days and spirit will grow in your career with KCAS will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bios approach to key areas such as wellness inclusion and community will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.
Learn more about the Benefits at KCAS Bio
WHO WE ARE
We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble empowered teams committed to one anothers growth. At KCAS Bio we advance both great science AND great people.
KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry marital status veteran status age disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs observances and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to emailprotectedor call (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.
IND123
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our worlds health while problem solving and innovating in the field that is what Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day. If that gets you excited too then maybe working as a Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you.When you work as a Scien...
Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our worlds health while problem solving and innovating in the field that is what Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day. If that gets you excited too then maybe working as a Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you.
When you work as a Scientist II in the Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development group at KCAS you get to further our mission by leveraging your knowledge in bioanalytical and scientific principles to independently execute defined aspects of studies from study setup through data generation as well as support development activities. You will utilize your scientific foundation to assess data integrity and troubleshoot with limited oversight.
Our Mass Spec Bioanalysis Development team uses LCMS (Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry) techniques to conduct sophisticated sample preparation to meet bioanalytical needs for drug discovery preclinical and clinical studies including bioanalysis of drugs and metabolites biomarkers and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.
In this role we will rely on you to:
- Execute study activities including sample preparation (extractions enrichments/affinity capture digestions) LCMS analysis and data processing with limited supervision
- Support method development qualification and optimization activities
- Troubleshoot technical issues and propose solutions with limited guidance
- Analyze data and prepare summaries for senior scientists to aid in client updates
- Ensure compliance of study activities with pertinent portions of study protocol SOPs & regulatory requirements
- Communicate study progress and risks to senior staff
- Provide informal guidance to junior staff as needed
- Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission vision and values
To qualify specifically for this role you will have:
- Bachelors or masters in chemistry Biochemistry or chemical/biochemical engineering or related field with at least 24 years of experience with LC-MS/MS
- Hands-on experience with bioanalytical sample preparation quantitative LC-MS/MS and chromatography
- Experience supporting method development qualification and troubleshooting
- Experience with small molecule analysis; proteins peptides or biomarkers experience preferred
- Familiarity with reversed phase or HILIC chromatography and standard bioanalytical workflows
- Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP/GxP) preferred
Depending on your background and qualifications we may consider hiring you for one of three levels of Scientist roles at KCAS Bio. This will be determined during the interview process.
(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)
WHO YOU ARE
You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment are purpose- and values-driven embrace constant development and supportive leadership and enjoy being part of innovative work.
WHAT YOULL GET
Our benefits include and extend beyond the traditional package. At KCAS Bio you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks family days and spirit will grow in your career with KCAS will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bios approach to key areas such as wellness inclusion and community will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.
Learn more about the Benefits at KCAS Bio
WHO WE ARE
We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble empowered teams committed to one anothers growth. At KCAS Bio we advance both great science AND great people.
KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry marital status veteran status age disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs observances and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to emailprotectedor call (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.
IND123
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
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