Research Scientist in Advanced MS Platform Development

4 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

Job Overview

The University of Reading is seeking an experienced mass spectrometrist to join their research team. As a senior biological mass spectrometry research specialist, you will play a key role in the development of advanced MS platforms for large population diagnostics.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with collaborators from a major analytical instrument manufacturer and the local Royal Berkshire Hospital, advancing MALDI MS to the next generation of tools in clinical diagnostics.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting MS analyses, biological sample preparation, and clinical sample handling as well as data analysis, mining and writing up of results for scientific publication.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  1. Conduct MS hardware maintenance, setup and optimisation, MS analyses, biological sample preparation, and clinical sample handling;
  2. Collaborate with colleagues from various departments to advance MALDI MS technology;
  3. Develop and implement new methods for data analysis, mining and writing up of results for scientific publication;
  4. Work effectively as part of a research team, contributing to the achievement of project goals.

The estimated salary for this position is £38,000 - £43,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.



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