MALDI-MS Glycobiology Scientist; Laboratory Head

Location
:
Charleston, South Carolina (on-site)
Start Date
:
Immediate
Employment Type
:
Full-time
Compensation
:
Competitive base salary ($110k–$145k DOE) + benefits + early-stage equity
Base salary expected to be reviewed following successful seed financing.

• We are an early-stage diagnostics company developing high-throughput MALDI-MS–based clinical assays that leverage the rich biological information encoded in glycobiology and glyco-chemistry–derived biomarkers.
• Our mission is to translate advanced analytical science into clinically meaningful, scalable diagnostic tests with real impact on patient care.
• This role offers meaningful autonomy, scientific ownership, and leadership responsibility for the laboratory while remaining closely supported by company leadership.

• Develop and optimize high-throughput MALDI-MS diagnostic workflows
• Lead glycan and glycoprotein sample preparation and assay optimization
• Implement and oversee laboratory automation and liquid-handling workflows
• Perform downstream MS data processing and analysis (QC, feature extraction, normalization)
• Establish SOPs and diagnostics-grade documentation standards
• Support early translational and validation activities for clinical assay development
• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations typical of an early-stage environment

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge science at the interface of analytical chemistry,
  glycobiology, and translational medicine
• Direct involvement in translating discovery-stage assays into real-world diagnostic application
• High scientific ownership and leadership visibility in a growing diagnostics platform
• Competitive salary, medical/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, and holiday
• Meaningful early-stage equity participation and growth opportunities as the company scales

Please send a brief note of interest and your CV. We aim to acknowledge all serious inquiries and respond within 24 hours.

• Hands-on MALDI-MS experience (moderate-to-high throughput preferred)
• Glycobiology / glyco-chemistry mass spectrometry experience
• Strong background in biochemistry and assay/sample preparation optimization
• Experience with laboratory automation or liquid handling systems
• Familiarity with Python, R, or similar tools for data analysis
• Ability to work independently with strong documentation practices and leadership mindset