• Identify, advise, or assist investigators with sample preparation strategies.
• Design and develop appropriate reaction conditions and HDX-MS workflow to characterize the structure and dynamics of various protein systems.
• Implement the developed HDX-MS reaction and workflow.
• Perform, analyze, and interpret HDX-MS acquisitions. Prepare reports and all appropriate documentation including administrative and business-related documents.
• Abide by all requirements, regulations, laws as well as agreements pertaining to the work, including non-disclosure agreements if applicable.
• Participate in development and implementation of training materials used to train staff, students, or fellows in HDX-MS and other advanced techniques by mass spectrometry used in the Deredge laboratory and/or the Mass Spectrometry center.
• Participate in activities pertaining to the Deredge laboratory and MS Center operations including laboratory and HDX-MS platform maintenance.
• May perform independent research in technological developments in HDX-MS, intact Mass Spectrometry and Native Mass Spectrometry.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or field of study related to the research of the laboratory. Master's degree or PhD is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience including two (2) years in mass spectrometry. Experience in research success and working both independently and in a team environment preferred. Experience with Waters liquid chromatography and Synapt instrumentation preferred. Post-doc experience preferred.

OTHER: May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation. May include working in biohazardous/select agents and/or in Biosafety Level-2 Laboratories (BSL-2). May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of position requirements.
• Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Strong ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $52,000 - $62,000; Commensurate with education and experience.

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