Bioanalytical Research Scientist

Trident Consulting is seeking a “Bioanalytical Scientist ” for one of our clients in “Aliso Viejo, CA - Onsite” a global leader in medical technology and pharmaceutical Industry.Role: Bioanalytical Scientist Location: Aliso Viejo, CA (Onsite)Duration: 12-Month ContractPay Rate: $42.79–$53.51/hr on W2Top SkillsLC-MS/MS | Bioanalytical Method Development | Small Molecules | Peptides | ADME | PK | Drug Metabolism | PPT | LLE | SPE | Method Qualification | BioanalysisIdeal Candidate: Someone with recent pharmaceutical/biotech experience who can independently develop and execute LC-MS/MS bioanalytical assays for small molecules and peptides.Key RequirementsBS with 3–6 years or MS with 2+ years of industry experience in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.Strong hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS bioanalytical method development, optimization, troubleshooting, and qualification.Experience analyzing small molecules and peptides in biological matrices (plasma, serum, tissue, etc.).Proficiency with sample preparation techniques:Protein Precipitation (PPT)Liquid-Liquid Extraction (LLE)Solid Phase Extraction (SPE)Experience operating and troubleshooting LC-MS/MS instrumentation.Strong laboratory documentation, scientific reporting, and GDP compliance.PreferredExperience supporting ADME, Pharmacokinetics (PK), Drug Metabolism, or Clinical Pharmacology studies.Pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience.About Trident ConsultingTrident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we've partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.