Mass Spectrometry Research Technician IV at Joulé

Title: Mass Spectrometry Research Technician IV Location: Onsite, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Type: 6-month contract to hire Hours: 8AM-5PM Start: December Overview: Join a cutting-edge research team driving innovation at the intersection of genomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics. As a Research Specialist, you’ll play a hands-on role in advancing discovery through independent, complex laboratory work — from performing precision experiments and extractions to analyzing data that shapes real-world scientific breakthroughs. You’ll collaborate with leading researchers, contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals, and bring data to life through clear visualizations. If you’re passionate about science, thrive in the lab, and want your work to fuel impactful research, this is the opportunity to make it happen. Interested in learning more? Please apply today! Responsibilities Actively involved in executing experiments and data collection Spend most of their time on LC/MS sample preparation and data acquisition. Performing sample preparation methods will include protein, metabolite, and lipid isolation from various biological samples, including but not limited to tissue, cell pellets, urine, stool, and blood. Perform and monitor LC/MS instrumentation and data acquisition. Responsible for analyzing and organizing the LC/MS data collected into various visualization software applications that will be sent to the primary investigator. Additional duties will include monitoring, maintaining and troubleshooting the LC/MS instrumentation. Requirements Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related area 4+ years of relevant experience Experience working in Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) or other analytical chemistry-based sample preparation is preferred. Strong work ethic, will be detail-oriented and organized, and able to work independently although proper supervision and training will be provided System One, and its subsidiaries, including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M3 #LI-MD1 Ref: #558-Scientific