Instrument Readiness Specialist

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When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job Title Instrument Readiness Specialist Location(s) Customer Site - DE Job Description Job Description Summary Performs efficiency studies (assays) and pre-clinical exploratory safety studies. Performs testing of clinical, research and quality control proficiency; evaluates instruments. Evaluates and analyzes clinical research data. Coordinates activities of associates and investigators to ensure compliance with protocol and overall clinical objectives. Manages storage of research samples. Job Description Job Description Summary: The Instrument Readiness Specialist provides operational and technical support for LC-MS, HPLC, and GC-MS laboratories at Customer facilities in Delaware. This role is responsible for routine instrument operation, sample preparation support, preventive maintenance, performance monitoring, and compliant documentation in accordance with Customer-defined SOPs, validated methods, and regulatory requirements. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently in a laboratory environment, and effective collaboration with Customer scientists and project stakeholders to ensure reliable analytical operations. Job Responsibilities - Provide hands-on operational support for LC-MS, HPLC, and GC-MS instrumentation at Customer facilities, including the DuPont Experimental Station (Wilmington, DE) and New Castle, DE, in accordance with Customer-defined SOPs, validated methods, and applicable compliance requirements. - Perform routine operation of analytical systems, including instrument startup and shutdown, method loading, sequence and sample queue setup, data acquisition, and basic system checks. - Support sample preparation activities such as dilution, extraction, filtration, derivatization (as applicable), reagent preparation, consumable selection, and proper sample labeling following Customer-approved procedures. - Monitor and assess instrument performance, including chromatographic stability, pressure and flow profiles, vacuum system performance, detector response, ion source condition, mass accuracy, and column integrity; promptly communicate deviations or abnormal trends to Customer stakeholders. - Conduct routine preventive maintenance and system upkeep, including solvent and mobile phase preparation, degassing, tubing and fitting inspection, leak checks, column flushing, injector and ion source cleaning, vacuum pump monitoring, tuning verification, and routine calibration in alignment with manufacturer recommendations and Customer requirements. - Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including equipment readiness, workflow coordination, and effective communication with Customer project leads and local stakeholders. - Comply with all site-specific safety, laboratory access, emergency response, and environmental health requirements; participate in required safety, EHS, and instrumentation training programs. Position Description - Maintain accurate and timely documentation of instrument usage, maintenance activities, experimental observations, deviations, and corrective actions in accordance with Customer documentation practices and data integrity standards. - Prepare and provide analytical summaries, instrument performance logs, and status updates as requested or defined by project timelines. - Ensure proper archiving of raw data, chromatographic results, mass spectral files, electronic logs, and supporting documentation within Customer systems. - Document and escalate deviations, nonconformances, or unexpected findings in a timely manner and support quality assurance, audit readiness, and inspection activities related to analytical services, as requested. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. Critical Skills: - Working knowledge of LC-MS, HPLC, and GC-MS instrumentation and associated laboratory workflows - Ability to operate analytical instruments in accordance with SOPs, validated methods, and compliance requirements - Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and accurate documentation - Ability to monitor instrument performance, identify deviations or abnormal trends, and escalate issues appropriately - Hands-on experience with routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive care - Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced laboratory environment - Ability to follow