Biochemist – Drug Testing Laboratory

Biochemist – Drug Testing Laboratory (The position has been filled)

• Rare Opportunity for an Early Career Candidate Seeking Their Next Career Challenge
• Secure Employment & Supportive Management
• High Profile Research Team Recognised Nationally & Internationally for their Capabilities

 

CLIENT

Our client, operates a drug testing laboratory which specialises in the detection of drugs and related substances in biological fluids such as blood and urine.  It also provides a drug testing service to Industry in the areas of human workplace and OH&S.

 

ROLE

Due to an internal movement, there is an opportunity for an early career biochemist/chemist to undertake a combination of high-throughput drug screening and method development in a laboratory that specialises in the detection of protein and peptide-based drugs in biological fluids.

Due to the hybrid nature of this analysis, methods span a wide range of different techniques from:

• LC/MS/MS on triple quadrupole mass spectrometers
• Solid phase extraction
• Automated liquid handling robots
• 96-well plate based immunoassays
• Quantitative PCR

Some of the responsibilities of the role include:

• Assisting in the development of methods for determination of peptides and proteins in biological fluids by adapting existing methodologies for robust routine analysis
• Monitoring the development of new protein-based drugs and develop methods for their detection
• Identifying proteins and peptides in materials which have been illegally obtained or imported
• Maintaining inventory stock
• Collaborating with senior staff on rapid substance identification and analytical method development to combat the use of new drugs
• Performing routine analysis of samples.

Training will be provided and the job represents a valuable opportunity to develop expertise in these important analytical techniques.

We are looking for a person with initiative, a keen eye for detail, who has excellent time management, multi-tasking and communication skills, strong willingness to learn and is a team player who is ready for their next career challenge.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA

To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor or Higher Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry or related discipline
• LCMS  experience is a must
• A sound knowledge of SPE techniques, PCR and related instrumentation would be well regarded but not a must.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills, innovative thinking and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and strong time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a team member or autonomously
• Be adaptable and flexible to deal with a varying workload
• Great work ethic and reliability are essential for this busy role.

 

APPLICATIONS

To be considered for this role please apply at your earliest convenience by using the ‘Apply Now’ button below and send your updated Resume with a Covering Letter to the team at CS Executive Group.

To have a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please call Jelena on 03 9516 0100 during office hours. Please cite reference: BIOANALYST1018

 

Thank You

We would like to thank you for taking the time to apply for this role. Unfortunately, due to the large volume of candidates we can only contact those with suitable qualifications and experience.  Please note, however, that your resumes will remain on our database and be considered for additional suitable roles.