Senior Scientist, Mass Spec Production (LC-MS/MS)

Job overview

The Senior Scientist, Mass Spec Production (LC-MS/MS) role is onsite in Kansas City, MO; compensation is not specified. The scientist joins KCAS Bio’s Mass Spec Bioanalysis Production group, a contract research organization supporting drug development in human and animal health. The scientist leads regulated bioanalytical studies from setup through reporting, ensuring data integrity and GLP compliance while delivering reliable results for clients and supporting the team’s scientific work.

What you'll do

• Execute and oversee study phases, including sample preparation, LC-MS/MS analysis, data review, and reporting
• lead studies and guide junior staff
• communicate with clients
• resolve audit findings and compliance issues with Quality Assurance
• oversee sample identification
• manage timelines and deliverables
• ensure protocol, SOP, and GLP compliance
• review data for accuracy and integrity
• support audits and inspections
• and troubleshoot assay and production challenges.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior scientist

mass spec production

lc-ms/ms

bioanalysis

glp compliance

sample preparation

drug development

kansas city mo

kcas bio

study leadership

laboratory research

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company-sponsored events
• career development through KCAS University
• stock ownership program
• access to current technology
• paid time off to volunteer
• wellness, inclusion, and community outreach opportunities.

Why this role

Requires a relevant bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree and at least five years of bioanalytical laboratory experience, including hands-on GLP-regulated laboratory work.

About the employer

KCAS Bio is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.