Job Description
Who we are: At Arkana Laboratories, everyone has an important role to fill. Come join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making life better for those who need it most. This place is packed with super-smart people who do their best work together. We work hard every day to advance our understanding of disease and provide world-class care to our patients in hopes of leaving our corner of the world a little better than we found it. While we are committed to improving the lives of thousands of patients, we never lose sight of the realization that they are the reason we get to create change in our field.
Built on generosity, teamwork, and the freedom to try new things, we take great pride in our work. Great ideas come from everywhere in this company and we celebrate each success and failure for the opportunity it gives us to keep reaching. For more than twenty years after our founder, Dr. Patrick Walker, wrote his goals on the back of a napkin, our people, culture, and values have remained strong.
About the position: Arkana Laboratories is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Mass Spectrometry Lab Technician to join our newly established laboratory team. The successful candidate will play a key role in processing and analyzing samples according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of data quality and laboratory safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in analytical chemistry and mass spectrometry who is eager to grow and develop within a dynamic research environment.
What you'll do: Sample Preparation & Processing: Prepare, handle, and process samples for mass spectrometric analysis in accordance with laboratory SOPs and quality control protocols
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Adhere to all laboratory safety protocols and quality control standards; maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation for all procedures and results
Method Development & Validation: Collaborate with the Laboratory Director and other team members on method development, validation, and optimization of analytical procedures as needed
Inventory & Supply Management: Monitor laboratory inventory, including chemicals, reagents, and consumables; place orders and manage supplies to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations
Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with team members to ensure smooth workflow and consistent data quality; communicate findings, issues, and improvements to the Laboratory Director
You should have: Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications are a plus.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably with mass spectrometry and/or analytical instrumentation. Experience in sample preparation and instrument calibration is highly desirable
Technical Skills: Skilled in accurate pipetting, solution preparation, and reagent handling to support reproducible experimental workflows.
Experience with standard molecular biology and chemistry techniques (e.g., sample preparation, dilution series, buffer formulation).
Knowledge of laboratory best practices, including sterile technique, safe chemical handling, and maintaining clean, organized workspaces.
Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to follow detailed SOPs and maintain accurate records.
Strong problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Certifications & Compliance: Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and good laboratory practices (GLP).
Compliance with relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Other Requirements: Dependable with strong reliability and consistent attendance.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm, onsite at the main office in Little Rock, Arkansas.
What we offer: We know that health is more than doctor visits and life is more than work. We work hard at Arkana but in turn provide competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings.
Specifically, we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid time off and Paid Holidays
- Minimal cost health insurance for you and affordable options for your family
- 401(k) with immediate eligibility and match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid long term disability coverage
- Affordable vision and dental plans
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availability
- Wellness plan and complimentary yoga classes
- Monthly in-office massages and employer-sponsored lunches
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Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,