Scientist - LC-MS and MS Analysis

Bayer AG

Cambridge, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$92,000–$138,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Analysis Software, Best Practices, Biochemistry, Biology, Calibration, Cardiovascular, Chemistry, Compensation and Benefits, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Collection Software, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Histology, Identify Issues, Immunology, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Management, Liquid Chromatography, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Mass Spectrometry, Organizational Skills, Plasma, Proteomics, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Sample/Specimen Processing, Technical Support, Technical Training, Translational Research
LOCATION
Cambridge, MA
POSTED
11 days ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where ''Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.

Scientist - LC-MS and MS Analysis

At Bayer Pharmaceuticals, our mission is to pioneer innovations that treat the untreatable, cure diseases, and instill hope. If you aspire to build a meaningful career within a vibrant community of creative and diverse professionals dedicated to making a transformative impact, you''ve found your place. At Bayer, we believe your career journey should be guided by your unique skills and ambitions, rather than being merely defined by your job title.

We are excited to announce an opening for a Scientist position within our Translational Sciences team for Cardiovascular, Renal, and Immunology therapeutic areas. This position is located at the Bayer Research and Innovation Center (BRIC) in Cambridge, MA.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of the Scientist - LC-MS and MS Analysis are to:

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mass spectrometry (Orbitrap, TOF) and liquid chromatography (nano/micro-flow) platforms, along with general laboratory equipment.
  • Document instrument performance, organize regular maintenance, and coordinate with service engineers during maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
  • Collaborate with bench scientists to execute analytical and bioanalytical experiments on various biological matrices, including tissue, plasma, serum, and urine.
  • Prepare samples for bulk and spatial analysis following defined protocols and utilize laboratory equipment to execute MS and LC-MS analytical sequences.
  • Work closely with Operations, IT, and Laboratory Managers on-site to ensure the laboratory infrastructure and equipment are fully operational.
  • Maintain documentation and processes for instrumentation, consumables, and reagents storage, as well as sample registration and deregistration using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
  • Provide technical assistance and training to researchers on best practices related to instrument operation, calibration, and performance checks

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required qualifications:

  • Associate, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in a scientific discipline such as chemistry, biochemistry, or biology
  • Proficient in operating and maintaining mass spectrometry equipment, particularly LC-MS systems, and have experience in troubleshooting and maintaining LC-MS instruments, including tasks like changing and cleaning interfaces.
  • Experience in preparing samples for proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics analysis. Previous experience with preparing tissue slices involving fixing, embedding, sectioning, and histology is a plus.
  • Possess experience with acquisition control, data collection, and data analysis software tools from LC and MS vendors, such as Thermo Scientific, Bruker, Sciex, Waters, etc.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining proper documentation.
  • Work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team of experts

Preferred qualifications:

  • 2-4 years of relevant experience in a mass spectrometry laboratory.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $92,000.00 - $138,000.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.

This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 06/09/2026

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

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