Research Associate

About Us

General Metabolics (GMet) is a technology-driven research and development company composed of leading experts in metabolomics and its application to broad fields of biological research. We support our academic, biotech, and pharma customers and research partners with very high-throughput metabolomics, lipidomics, and integrated omics solutions. GMet’s technology suite supports deep interpretation of metabolism and biology with a particular focus on large cohort profiling and biomarker discovery.

Job Description

GMet is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented research associate to join the laboratory team on a part-time basis. The applicant should have experience working in a laboratory environment that includes liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS) and related methodologies. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual who wishes to work in a cutting-edge metabolomics and multi-omics environment. This position requires long term eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship.

Major Responsibilities:

● Contribute to day-to-day operations of GMet’s standardized analytical laboratory environment.

● Independently execute SOPs for preparing biological samples for LC-MS analysis.

● Receive and validate customer samples.

● Prepare HPLC mobile phases and buffers.

● Tuning and equilibrating LC-MS systems.

● Preparing instrument worklists and mass spectrometer data management.

● Maintain laboratory inventory of samples, chemicals, and materials.

● Support method development including use of high-throughput platforms such as 96-well plates, multi-channel pipettes, semi-automated liquid handling robots.

● Maintain a detailed electronic laboratory notebook.

● Enter data and perform various administrative functions that support laboratory operations.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Required Experience:

● 1-2 years’ hands-on experience with small-molecule LC-MS.

● Experience with reagent and buffer preparation.

● Familiar with good pipetting technique, using both single- and multi-channel and serological pipettes.

● Experience working safely in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.

● Must be able to work in-person.

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

● Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or another related field.

● Ability to work both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.

● Excellent organizational and communication skills.

● Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

● Detail-oriented.

Compensation and Benefits:

● $31-36 per hour commensurate with experience

● Free on-site parking

Applicants feel free to contact us at: info@generalmetabolics.com

Website: www.generalmetabolics.com

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