Associate Hardware Scientist (Mass Spec – Ion Traps)

For over 50 years, SCIEX has been developing groundbreaking technologies and solutions in mass spectrometry and capillary electrophoresis. Our products enable our customers to quickly respond to environmental hazards, better understand biomarkers relevant to disease, improve patient care in the clinic, bring relevant drugs to market faster and keep food healthier and safer. At SCIEX, you’ll find a rewarding role that amplifies your impact on the world and helps you realize life’s potential.

Are you ready for the next step in your mass spectrometry career? The Associate Hardware Research Scientist (Mass Spectrometry– Ion Traps) is responsible for driving innovation around ion traps and mass analyzers. This position is part of the Hardware Research Department and will be located in Concord, Ontario.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

1. Define and test novel ion trap hardware to enable improved performance for customer workflows.
2. Perform different methodologies to verify or validate different aspects of hardware/software under the mentorship of more senior scientists.
3. Drive innovation by generating novel ideas to advance scientific technology.
4. Identify and implement opportunities for product improvement within a defined research area.
5. Contribute to on-time delivery of different research projects and translate development or scientific risks into a tangible research plan.

The essential requirements of the job include:

1. Higher level Science degree in a related field such as Physics, Chemistry, or similar required (Ph.D. preferred).
2. Broad background and knowledge of ion movement, mass analyzer technology, ion trap technology and ion trap theory.
3. Proven publication record within the field related to hardware design.
4. Experience with various sample introduction techniques.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

1. Understanding the link between project goals and company strategy.
2. Ability to work independently.
3. Proven track record of innovation and patent generation preferred.

The salary range for this role is $90-$120K CAD. This range may be modified in the future.

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.