Lead Research Scientist, Metabolomics at InsideHigherEd

Posting Number: PG193454EP Internal Recruitment : No Working Title: Lead Research Scientist, Metabolomics Anticipated Hiring Range: $85,000 - $107,573 (commensurate with education and experience) Work Schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday Job Location: Raleigh, NC Department : METRIC Mass Spectrometry Platform Technology About the Department: The overarching goal of the Molecular Education, Technology and Research Innovation Center (METRIC) is to offer clients seamless access to qualitative and quantitative analysis for a diverse range of molecules, supporting research across multiple platform technologies and molecular scales. By coordinating three key platform technologies (Mass Spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy and X-ray crystallography), METRIC provides an integrated, measurement science facility that fosters research and collaboration throughout the greater university community. METRIC provides researchers access to the following services: Mass spectrometry: small molecule identification and structural analysis, targeted and untargeted metabolomics, proteomics, lipidomics, MS imaging. NMR spectroscopy: small molecule and macromolecular solution structures, protein-ligand interactions, protein dynamics. X-ray crystallography: small molecule and macromolecular crystal structure determination. Education, training and outreach: METRIC offers training to new users, enhances graduate and undergraduate education through providing formal instruction, organizing educational materials, short courses and workshops to support users, maintaining protocols for routine sample handling, and hosting regular forums for users to interact and share new methods. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits: As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Medical , Dental , and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness ensure continuity of operations by coordinating maintenance of major instrumentation and associated ancillary equipment. Assist in the training and supervision of staff and students in metabolomics techniques and best practices. Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, grant applications, and progress reports for funding agencies. Ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements related to biosafety, data management, and ethical standards. Additional duties as assigned based on institutional needs and priorities. Other Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience: Ph.D. in a relevant field, with at least five years of experience in metabolomics research methods and/or post-degree professional work experience with a demonstrated record of research achievement. OR Relevant Master’s degree, plus at least 8 years of exceptional relevant professional work experience and a record of research achievements. OR In rare instances, an individual with comparable professional experience but less than a master’s degree will be considered, on an exception basis. May require terminal degree and licensure. Other Required Qualifications: Significant experience in untargeted and targeted metabolomics, advanced separations, tandem MS, absolute quantification, IROA, credentialing, bioinformatics, and metabolome databases. Demonstrated ability to develop workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Must possess exceptional communication skills, including written and verbal, be highly organized and detail-oriented. Must be able to work independently, use initiative, prioritize tasks, and anticipate potential pressure points in workflows. Ability to develop and maintain productive collaborative work relationships with all clients by listening, understanding and responding to apparent and underlying needs and continually seeking to provide the highest quality service to all. Preferred Qualifications: Prefer experience with lipidomics and/or mass spectrometry-based imaging. Prefer experience with integrating data from multiple-omics based approaches. Required License(s) or Certification(s): N/A Valid NC Driver's License required: No Commercial Driver's License required: No Job Open Date: 06/01/2025 Anticipated Close Date: Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants: Please attach resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references. Email inquires should be sent to Joe Barycki, Director, METRIC, at [email protected] Position Number: 00050194 Position Type: Exempt Professional Staff Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00 Appointment: 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID: 210204 - METRIC Mass Spectrometry Platform Technology EEO: NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] . Final candidates are subject to criminal