R&D Assistant in Bioanalysis (F/M/X)

Within our bioanalytical platform, your mission will be to participate in the preparation of biological or chemical samples and in the dosage of compounds by mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS).

MISSIONS:

Reporting to the Platform Manager, you will be involved in all or part of the following activities:

• Prepare biological samples (livers, kidneys, plasmas, heart, etc.) for analysis by QExactive (Thermo) or ZenoTOF7600 and 6500+ (Sciex);
• Identify and study the stability of metabolites on different biological matrices (microsomes, cytosols and S9 fraction);
• Develop and validate analytical methods;
• Ensure quantitative analyses of compounds by UPLC-MS/MS;
• Carry out first-level maintenance of equipment (HPLC/UPLC and mass spectrometers);
• Record your results and experimental data in the electronic laboratory notebook as you go;
• Write laboratory procedures and operating methods;
• Contribute to the organization and continuous improvement of the bioanalytical platform;
• Contribute to the programming of a laboratory robot;
• Carry out bibliographic research to ensure technological monitoring.

PROFILE :

• You hold a Master’s degree in analytical chemistry or biochemistry, and you have at least 2 years of initial professional experience in a similar position, which will allow you to be operational quickly;
• You are familiar with analysis software: Sciex OS (Sciex), Xcalibur and TraceFinder (Thermo), Masslynx (Waters);
• You are proficient in standard IT tools (Office Pack, bibliographic research);
• You are recognized for your rigor, your organizational skills and your autonomy in managing your missions;
• Your reliability and seriousness are essential to guarantee the quality and traceability of the results produced in the laboratory;
• You enjoy working in a team and know how to communicate effectively with your contacts;
• Curious and adaptable, you want to develop in a stimulating and demanding scientific environment;
• You regularly read technical documents in English in your field of activity.