Senior Scientist - Pharma Discovery - Integris BioServices, LLC dba KCAS Bioanalytical and Biomarker Services

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world's health while problem solving and innovating in the field - that is what we get to do every day at KCAS Bio. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working at KCAS Bio is for you.

As a Senior Scientist on the KCAS Pharma Discovery team, you get to further our mission by using your expertise to perform fast turnaround on client ideas at the earliest stages of the research process, including testing new drug molecular structures or delivery mechanisms.

Learn more about our work in Pharma Discovery here: Discovery & Early Development Services - KCAS Bio
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In this role, we will rely on you to:

• Experience of the following from a Bioanalytical CRO (pharma division)
• Bioanalytical sample preparation (weighing drug primaries, spiking solutions, calibration standards, etc.) working with one or more kinds of matrix, particularly in a Drug Development Discovery group.
• Perform, independently, method feasibility and method development on unknown drug molecules (NCE's)
• Perform assay qualification, sample analysis, report preparation, troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical equipment.
• Experience with Sciex Mass Spectrometers and Shimadzu Liquid Chromatographers, Analyst and Watson software is a plus.
• Proven lead scientist skills demonstrated by taking ownership of bioanalytical projects involving method development, quantification, data summary and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, including real time feedback on projects to clients and manager.
• High level of organization for projects, data, and reporting.
• Experience with protein precipitation is a must-have.
• Experience with Liquid Liquid extraction is a negotiable must-have.
• Experience with Solid Phase Extraction, particularly involving automation and liquid handlers, is an added plus.
• Experience with workflows such as those in drug-like molecules, modified macromolecules, metabolomics, biomarker identification, proteomics, and lipidomics is a plus.
• Act as lead scientist, help design experiments, provide work instructions and technical training to more junior scientific staff in daily activities.
• Act as lead scientist to aid in client updates and be ready to present to the client if needed.
• Interact with clients and/or auditors as necessary.
• Act as a technical expert for all aspects of assay design and problem-solving
• Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports the company brand and the company mission, vision, and values.

To qualify specifically for this roll, you will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field with at least 3 years of industry experience OR
• Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field with at least 2 years of industry experience OR
• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field with at least 1 year of industry experience
• Good knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical writing and basic computer skills
• Willingness and ability to provide procedural training and coaching

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$110,000 - $115,000 a year
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(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.

WHO WE ARE

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another's growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people.

KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to kcasrecruiting@kcasbio.com or call 913-248-3000 (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.

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