Job posting: Analytical QA Scientist I, Living Proof, Cambridge, MA

From the inbox, a posting with Living Proof (Cambridge, MA):

Analytical QA Scientist I 

Position Overview 

This role is a new position within the Analytical and Quality Assurance group at Living Proof, reporting to the Head of Analytical & QA. The qualified individual will develop new GC/MS and HPLC assays, perform method validations, investigate complex analytical problems, and support the overall quality activities of the group. The incumbent will provide leadership for multiple hands-on projects and facilitate cross functional team interactions among a diverse group of scientists within Living Proof’s Product Development, Discovery, and external Scientific Advisory teams.  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new methods to analyze for current and new active ingredients in complex cosmetic formulations
• Modify and validate current methods to optimize for cost savings and time efficiencies
• Routinely operate and manage GC/MS, HPLC, GPC and other instrumentationd
• Troubleshoot methods and maintain equipment as needed
• Interpret MS and chromatographic data and generate technical reports
• Present and discuss results and progress to a cross functional team
• Assist with QA/QC activities as needed

Basic Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related field. Or MS with relevant industry experience.
• 3-5 years of laboratory experience in Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography (required)

Please include a cover letter detailing your Mass Spectrometry and related instrumentation experience.

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