R&D Discovery LCMS Associate Scientist

The R&D Discovery and Technology Futures Team at IDEXX Laboratories is seeking a motivated early career Associate Scientist to join our LCMS group in advancing the next generation of multiomic biomarker assays. In this highly collaborative role, you will work alongside a team of talented scientists at the BS, MS, and PhD levels to support biomarker discovery projects that drive innovation in veterinary diagnostics. The successful candidate will be innately curious about mass spectrometry and proteomics, eager to develop technical expertise with cutting-edge instrumentation, and thrive in a fast-paced, scientifically diverse environment.

In this role, you will contribute to large-scale biomarker discovery studies using state-of-the-art UPLC-MS/MS platforms. You will work closely with a scientifically diverse team with expertise in proteomics, glycoproteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics to process and analyze complex biological samples from blood, urine, tissue, and fecal matrices. This position offers significant opportunities for hands-on learning and professional growth as you develop mastery of advanced analytical techniques and contribute to projects that directly impact animal health.

What You'll Do:
Perform large biomarker studies, including sample preparation, fractionation, UPLC-MS/MS analysis, and data processing across diverse sample types

Prepare materials, execute experiments, gather and analyze data, and reach conclusions with guidance from senior team members

Use cutting-edge instrumentation and analysis software to explore the world of proteomics, glycoproteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics

Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of UPLC and mass spectrometry systems

Document experiments and lab activities with meticulous attention to detail; prepare reports and summaries; present results and conclusions to team members

Order and maintain necessary reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies

Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to support new product development and on-market products

Contribute to method development and optimization efforts for novel biomarker assays

What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields with 0-3 years of relevant experience in mass spectrometry, proteomics, or analytical chemistry (industry or academic research)

Hands-on laboratory bench and instrumentation skills, including experience with chromatography and/or mass spectrometry systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail

Ability to quickly learn new techniques and adapt to changing priorities

Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with ability to present data clearly

Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team

Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ownership of assigned tasks

Highly Desirable:
Experience with UPLC-MS/MS systems, particularly Thermo instruments (Vanquish UPLC, Orbitrap, or Q Exactive platforms)

Familiarity with proteomic sample preparation techniques (protein extraction, digestion, fractionation)

Exposure to proteomic or metabolomic software packages (e.g., Proteome Discoverer, Skyline, MaxQuant, Compound Discoverer)

Experience working with biological matrices such as plasma, serum, urine, or tissue

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Laboratory setting with varying levels of noise and exposure to various potential chemical and biological hazards

Compliance with approved laboratory practices is required

Extensive sitting, standing, and computer use

Ability to extend and reach with hands and arms

May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds

Occasional travel may be required

What You Can Expect From Us:
Base salary range starting at $62,000 based on experience

Opportunity for annual cash bonus

Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One

5% matching 401k

Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more

If you're looking for a role that'll challenge you, offer a variety of work and learning opportunities in a cutting-edge analytical field, while helping an amazing industry, we'd love to hear from you!

Why IDEXX:
We're proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.