Scientist I at Alturas Analytics, Inc – Moscow, Idaho

We’re hiring a motivated and detail-oriented Scientist I to join our team in a collaborative laboratory environment. In this role, you’ll develop and run laboratory methods, analyze samples, and generate accurate, reliable data while following established procedures and regulatory standards. You’ll work closely with quality and laboratory teams to maintain smooth operations, support documentation, and continuously improve processes.

Starting Pay: $59,000 - $62,000, DOE

This position is on-site in Moscow, Idaho.

About Us

Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a contract research organization, bioanalytical laboratory providing personalized MS/MS bioanalytical services to the pharma and biotech industries worldwide. We are a growing, privately owned company working with our collaborators to aid in the treatment and cure of disease.

Joining the Alturas team means becoming a part of a supportive and passionate community. Our staff consists of talented, dedicated individuals who are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to our clients. Our goal is simple – to ensure that Alturas employees thrive so that we can do the best possible work in our field, ensuring greater care for our world.

Benefits

• We pay 100% of your premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance and a portion of the premium for dependent coverage
• PTO, Sick time and paid holidays
• Bonus program based on company-wide goals
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability at no cost to you
• Safe Harbor 401k with an automatic 3% employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness and Accident insurance

Perks

• Work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and promotion
• Relaxed yet professional environment
• Wellness program including bike/walk to work incentive
• Charitable donation matching and paid time off for volunteering
• Monthly catered lunches, holiday celebrations, unlimited (good) coffee, beverages, snacks and more!

Position Summary:

The Scientist 1 is responsible for method development, method validation, analysis of samples, and generation of data and other applicable documentation to support drug development studies according to, and within compliance of, all applicable procedures and regulations.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Develops and validates methods in accordance with procedures, regulations and guidelines
• Analyzes samples and generates data and reports in accordance with procedures, regulations and guidelines
• Maintains laboratory equipment, including troubleshooting and repair of LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS analyzers
• Works closely with QA personnel to ensure compliance
• Evaluates equipment, procedures and techniques to improve laboratory procedures
• Prepares test methods and other laboratory technical procedures
• Provides quality control review of data and reports generated by other personnel

Additional Duties and Tasks:

• Prepares and/or reviews correspondence, notifications, reports and other documents
• Provides assistance to laboratory management
• May fulfill a supervising role for other laboratory or facility personnel
• May participate in research projects for publications and poster presentations
• May travel occasionally for professional development or to represent the company at client sites, professional organization and trade show venues
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) with 0-2 years work experience or a Bachelors degree in a physical, biological or chemistry science, or related field with 2-3 years work experience
• Work experience in a bioanalytical and/or chemistry laboratory
• Working knowledge of complete MS Office suite and Adobe Acrobat
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify the appropriate personnel for this position

Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Skills in laboratory techniques and procedures
• Skills in verbal and written communication
• Skills in problem solving towards meeting client deadlines
• Word processing skills in preparing business correspondence
• Ability to function effectively in stressful situations
• Ability to travel occasionally for professional development

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting up to 2/3 of the time
• Working in front of a computer monitor up to 2/3 of the time
• Walking up to 1/3 of the time between departments/offices
• Standing up to 2/3 of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel up to 2/3 of the time
• Reaching with hands and arms up to 2/3 of the time
• Talking or hearing over 2/3 of the time
• Lifting up to 10 lbs. up to 2/3 of the time
• Lifting up to 25 lbs. less than 2/3 of the time
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. less than 2/3 of the time
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) needed to read small labels
• Depth perception

About the Area

Located in a vibrant town and home to the University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho is a friendly community with beautiful natural surroundings and a lively cultural scene. You'll enjoy walkable streets, live music, and access to some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in the country. The Palouse area is made up of several neighboring towns, including Pullman, Washington, where you'll find a bustling college town environment with diverse dining options, events for everyone, and the Washington State University campus.

Community Involvement

Our goal is to build an enduring company of integrity in an environment that provides rewarding career paths and empowers individuals to engage in the well-being of the communities in which they reside. We seek to inspire the next generation of scientists through involvement of educational programs at every level. From making science fun for elementary-aged students, active participation in science fairs and guest lecturing at the undergraduate university level, we are stepping towards fostering a generation where science is exciting and an integral component of everyday life.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.