Senior Scientist - Research

Company: Phenomenex & Agela
Location: Torrance
Posted on: June 3, 2025

Job Description:

Bring more to life.Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?At Phenomenex, one of 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. -You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.Phenomenex isn't your typical scientific company. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Phenomenex is a global technology leader committed to developing novel analytical chemistry solutions that solve the separation and purification challenges of researchers, advancing the future of scientific analysis and investigation, ensuring the quality of essentials like your food, water, shampoo, and even cold medication. Be part of our global success and together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.Learn about the which makes everything possible.The Senior Scientist is responsible for working with both internal and external collaborators to evaluate, develop, and mature new technologies that can be used to advance the field of analytical chemistry and separation science. Support new and existing products by performing application and troubleshooting work and providing appropriate documentation and literature including research reports, technical notes, publications, posters and seminars.This position reports to the Director of Research and is part of the Research and Development team located in Torrance, CA and will be an on-site role. -In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop HPLC, UHPLC, and LC/MS methods to evaluate new technologies in the field of separation science
• Develop and evaluate new sample preparation formats and technologies
• Develop new separation and characterization strategies for both small and large molecule pharmaceuticals
• Evaluate new separation science technologies for use in low level LC/MS methods used in clinical diagnostic applications
• Work closely with research and engineering teams to identify and characterize new analytical chemistry technologiesThe essential requirements of the job include:
  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field with 2+ years of experience (industrial experience preferred), MS with 3+ years of industrial experience, or BS with 5+ years of industrial experience.
  • Proven history of independently designing and implementing new LC-MS methods for the analysis of target analytes in complex matrices, including selecting appropriate columns, mobile phases, ionization techniques, and mass spectrometry parameters.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data, identifying potential issues and taking corrective actions.
  • Investigate and resolve issues related to instrument performance, method performance, and data quality.
  • Hands on experience developing and implementing appropriate sample preparation techniques to facilitate LC/MS analysisTravel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
    • Ability to travel 15% both domestically and internationally
    • Ability to routinely lift and move 10-15 lbs.
    • Ability to stand for 1-2 hours daily
    • Ability to safely and accurately handle different volumes of chemicals, solvents, and hazardous waste.
    • Conditions may require wearing personal protective equipment such as air-purifying respirators as well as safety goggles, gloves, and other personal protective equipment. Substantial movements (motions) of wrists, hands, and / or fingers. Extending hand (s) and arm (s) in any directionIt would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
      • Performing and troubleshooting low level detection in LC/MS clinical diagnostic applications
      • Experience using multiple LC techniques such as size exclusion, ion chromatography, reverse phase chromatography and HILIC
      • Learning agility and demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to improve the understanding of chemical analysis systems or improve analytical techniques.Phenomenex, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at .The salary range for this role is $98,000 - $147,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. -For more information, visit . Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.The EEO posters are available .We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at to request accommodation.

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