Director of Mass Spectrometry

The Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) seeks applicants for a full-time Director of Mass Spectrometry.

We are seeking enthusiastic applicants who enjoy working with graduate students to help implement the curriculum and lead the Mass Spectrometry laboratory for the brand-new Master of Science in Clinical and Applied Proteomics (MS CAPS) program. Qualified candidates with a master’s degree or higher and at least two years of experience with Mass Spectrometry instruments are encouraged to apply.

The Director’s duties and responsibilities include:

• Implement and refine curriculum for master’s students including hands-on laboratory training, supervision and assessments
• Procure and prepare samples for students to use
• Run mass spectrometry instruments
• Analyze and interpret mass spectrometry data
• Provide general lab maintenance including calibrations, inventory, cleaning, safety and compliance, etc.
• Assist in managing mass spectrometry lab technician staff

Qualifications/skills:

• Proficiency with software used in research labs and willingness to learn new programs as necessary
• Minimum qualifications:  Master’s degree or higher and two years’ experience with mass spectrometry instrumentation
• Preferred: Experience training students or technicians in a lab

The SSOM is undergoing rapid growth in all of its basic departments. Laboratory space will be in the state-of-the-art Center for Translational Research and Education (www.luc.edu/ctre). Review of applications will commence immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology values and is committed to fostering a culture of equal opportunity for all persons. We strongly encourage individuals identifying as members of under-represented groups and women to apply. Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty.