Senior Research Associate
Location: South San Francisco, US
InterVenn Biosciences is seeking a Sr. Research Associate to join our highly collaborative and supportive biomarker discovery team. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and resourceful individual with a robust track record of experience in the field of mass spectrometry- based proteomics and glycoproteomics, . Their work will enable qualitative and quantitative epi-proteomics workflow development for innovative biomarker discovery.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct experiments for the development of sample preparation and peptide separation methods, glycoproteomic technology evaluation, data analysis and interpretation,and glycoproteomic software evaluation.
Prepare biological samples and run assays on instruments under general guidance.
Document experimental work, analyze data, document and present results.
Prepare written methods and SOPs.
Perform mass spectrometry instrumentation operation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
Manage multiple projects within timelines according to high scientific and ethical standards.
Align and collaborate with project managers, computational biologists and software development project leads across the biomarker discovery project portfolio.
Promote a culture of transparency and traceability across all aspects of laboratory operations.

QUALIFICATIONS
BS or MS in life sciences, chemistry or related fields with 4 or more years of industry or equivalent postgraduate experience is required.
Extensive knowledge and application of complex sample preparation methodologies as applied to protein mass spectrometry workflows, implementing quantitative mass spectrometry-based strategies including label-free analyses (DIA, PRM/SRM) methods.
Experience and knowledge in the operation and maintenance of different types of mass spectrometers, especially high resolution mass spectrometers (Orbitrap or qTOF)
Applied knowledge with MS software analysis pipelines
Demonstrated ability to plan and execute research experiments.
Proven record of being a fast learner, flexible, excellent communicator and mindful team member.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.