Mass Spectrometry Analyst

Position Details Position Title: Mass Spectrometry Analyst Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number: S145-26 Employment Type: Term, Full Time (FTE 1.0) Salary: $49,356 - $62,478 per annum ($27.72 - $34.71 per hour) Job Summary Reporting to the Research Scientist and under supervision of the PI, the Mass Spectrometry Analyst will support a research program focused on understanding how metabolism regulates immunity in the context of vaccine response. The Analyst will use mass spectrometry based multi-omics analysis to characterize metabolic-immune interactions across a variety of in vitro, pre‑clinical and clinical models. By working within a collaborative, multi‑institutional network, the position will contribute to advancing translational discoveries.

Key Responsibilities Design and execute LC‑MS studies using human and mouse models to support research objectives. Generate, analyze, and integrate metabolomic and proteomic datasets. Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, samples, and bioinformatics resources.

Manage biological samples and maintain accurate records in compliance with biosafety and ethics standards. Contribute to manuscripts, reports, presentations, and knowledge translation activities, communicating findings to internal and external stakeholders. Required Qualifications B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, with a minimum of two to three years’ research experience in metabolomics and/or proteomics (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).

Demonstrated expertise in sample preparation, chromatography, mass spectrometry, and analysis across diverse metabolite and protein classes. Strong knowledge of immunometabolic pathways and their application in research contexts. Experience working with animal and human clinical samples, including proficiency in MS data acquisition, analysis tools, and bioinformatic integration methods.

Excellent scientific communication skills (manuscripts, presentations) with strong organizational, problem‑solving, and collaborative abilities in multidisciplinary and multi‑institutional teams. Job Competencies Self‑Awareness & Professionalism Respect & Inclusion Adaptability Accountability for Performance & Results Change & Innovation Benefits Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Compensation package includes voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans, wellness allowance, employee and family assistance program, and tuition assistance program.

Additional Information Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in‑person on campus. EEO / Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence by championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from a variety of equity‑deserving groups.

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