Scientific Officer

Shiv Nadar University is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, research-focused, and student-centric University offering a full range of academic programs at the Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Doctoral level. The Shiv Nadar University was established in 2011, under the aegis of the Shiv Nadar Foundation, a philanthropic institution started by Mr. Shiv Nadar, Founder, HCL Enterprises. SNU was envisioned as the pioneer of a Multi-Disciplinary University deeply focused on Research and an interdisciplinary ecosystem. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, the University comprises of academic wings, sophisticated labs, international standard sports facilities, amphitheatres, auditorium, conference rooms and smart classrooms. The University’s goal is to become internationally recognized for the quality of its research and creative endeavours and their applicability to improving quality of life, generating new insights and expanding the boundaries of human knowledge creativity. Committed to excellence in teaching, research and service, the University aims to serve the higher education needs of India and the world beyond.

The University is now into the second decade, and has four schools. In just the first decade of its establishment, the university has been recognised as an Institute of Eminence, IOE, by the special committee appointed by the MHRD, Government of India.

The University invites applications from highly motivated bright candidates with interests and skills in Proteomics and mass spectrometry for working at the level of a Scientific Officer.

Purpose of the role

The Department of Life Sciences at Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence (SNIoE) is recruiting for the position of Scientific Officer at their Mass Spectrometry facility. The Department of Life Sciences houses world class research infrastructure that supports research and teaching programs to create new knowledge at the frontiers of biological sciences and addresses many pressing issues impacting public health.The Scientific Officer is expected to contribute to this by operating a state-of-the-art mass spectrometry core that aims to advance the research programs of department faculty and beyond. The incumbent is also expected to contribute towards the growth of this facility and constant upgradation of the services offered.

Key Responsibilities

1. To handle liquid chromatography- Mass Spectrometer (LC-MS) and other such platforms that will be added to the facility
2. Data analysis and Report generation
3. Troubleshooting of analytical instruments including LCMS, HPLC and other analytical supporting instruments.
4. Strong technical background and knowledge of Quality Control in mass spectrometry and proteomics.
5. Good knowledge of Microsoft office programs, especially MS Excel.
6. Support to manage the day-to-day activities of MS facility.
7. Vital supporter of expanding Mass spectrometry facility capabilities across the basic biology and clinical research.
8. To maintain the lab updates such as: procurements, lab cleaning and safety, management of scheduler, log books for the instruments.
9. Put into place an administrative structure to allow external users access to the equipment on a fee-for-usage basis

Qualifications

PhD or MSc in life science/biotechnology/chemistry/Biochemistry or equivalent. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in handling mass spectrometry instruments like QTOF, Orbitrap or triple-quad.

PhD is preferred, although not mandatory if the candidate has relevant experience.

Skills & Competencies

1. Good oral and written communication skills
2. Customer service attitude
3. Enthusiasm to stay updated on the latest technical developments
4. Willingness to engage with research projects

Salary will be competitive and proportional to the qualifications, skills and experience of the incumbent.