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Assistant Researcher Senior
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- Remote
- English
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
Senior Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
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- $74,500 - $197,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- English
Senior Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Aligned, Oncology
IQVIA —Overland Park, KS
- $71,900 - $189,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Chemical Processing Lab Technician (Mid-Level or Senior)
Boeing —Wichita, KS
- $54,200 - $97,600 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 6 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Chemical Processing Lab Technician (Mid-Level or Senior)
Spirit AeroSystems —Wichita, KS
- $54,200 - $97,600 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 6 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Researcher Senior

University of Kansas -
Lawrence, KS

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Job Details

$48,300 - $55,000 a year

Qualifications

Safe work practices
Instrumentation troubleshooting
System troubleshooting
Sample preparation
Biochemical laboratory techniques
Spectrometer
Mass spectrometers (MS)
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Position Overview

The Mass Spectrometry and Analytical Proteomics Laboratory (MSAPL Core) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced person to join the MSAPL core.

The Assistant Research Senior is a research resource/collaborator in the utilization of the techniques and instrumentation of mass spectrometry in the analysis of proteins and protein mixtures, small molecule analysis. This scientist operates high resolution hybrid mass spectrometers in-line with liquid chromatography (LC devices). Instruments include the following:

Thermo Orbitrap Eclipse Tribrid Mass Spectrometer equipped with nano-LC system
ACQUITY Premier/Xevo G3 system-time-of-flight mass spectrometer equipped with Acquity premier UPLC pump
Thermo Q Exactive HF hybrid quadrupole-Orbitrap Mass Spectrometer with Vanquish UPLC
Thermo TSQ Altis Plus Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer with Vanquish UPLC
Waters LCT Premier Mass Spectrometer
Waters Quattro Micro-GC Mass Spectrometer

In addition, basic understanding of mass spectrometry technology and utilization of software, searching and general data analysis are required. Implementing and optimizing sample preparation strategies for omics analysis are required. In addition to conducting experiments, this person participates in report writing and providing results and data to collaborators/clients. Training clients in data analysis, lab software and instrumentation is on as needed basis. In addition to scientific duties responsibilities for this position include instrument maintenance and scheduling, performance quality control, data storage and retrieval, billing for services rendered, supply ordering, interfacing with instrument suppliers, engineers and university support personnel.

Job Description

30% - This scientist operates high resolution hybrid mass spectrometers and associated high performance separation devices.

20% - Utilization of software for quantitation, searching and general data analysis.

20% - Implementing and optimizing sample preparation strategies for omics analysis.

15% - In addition to scientific duties responsibilities this position includes instrument maintenance and scheduling, performance quality control, data storage and retrieval, billing for services rendered, supply ordering, interfacing with instrument suppliers, engineers and university support personnel.

10% - Conducting experiments and documentation, including report writing.

5% - Training clients on data analysis lab software and instrumentation on a as needed basis.

Position Requirements

Physical Requirements (with or without accommodation):

Standing or walking for more than a combined total of four hours/day to do bench work in various labs.
Lifting of up to 20 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of up to 10 pounds of lab supplies.
Use of both hands to perform experiments in the lab.
Sitting for six hours out of an eight-hour workday while completing analysis.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of additional experience in the field/area of research or Master's degree in area of discipline.
Two (2) years of experience in analytical techniques for biochemistry or chemistry.
One (1) year of experience troubleshooting experiments/instruments.
One (1) year of experience with data analysis.
Two (2) years of experience documenting and following procedures while utilizing safe laboratory practices.
Effective written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in sample preparation for omics analysis by mass spectrometry as evidenced by application materials.
Experience in Mass Spectrometry as evidenced by application materials.
Experience with software tools, especially search engines as evidenced by application materials.

Additional Candidate Instructions

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
Resume.
List of three (3) professional references.

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins Monday, 7/6/2026, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Contact Information to Applicants

Anita Saraf
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785-864-0692

Advertised Salary Range

$48,300 - $55,000 based on education and experience

Application Review Begins

Monday July 6, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Monday July 20, 2026

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Posting Information

Posting ID: 33067BR
Department: Molecular Structures Group
Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Assignment: On-Site
Reg/Temp: Regular
Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Review Begins: 06-Jul-2026

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