Bioanalytical Specialist
Kuopio, FI, 70800
For over 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
IMPORTANT: In order to be considered for this position, a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process and applicant must have a valid visa / work permit. Please make sure work history and education are added correctly.
Job Summary
Join our team and make the difference!
We are expanding our scientific operations and now looking for a Bioanalytical Specialist to strenghten our Science team in Kuopio.
As Bioanalytical Specialist you are responsible for the design, development, validation and execution of LC-MS-based bioanalytical methods for small molecules, peptides, ASO's, proteins, metabolites and other analytes in biological matrices. You lead method development activities, ensure high-quality data generation, oversee troubleshooting in LC-MS workflows and guarantee full compliance with internal quality standards. You are working in close collaboration with study directors, lab technicians and project teams.
Job Qualifications
You could be our Bioanalytical Specialist if you have:
- Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or other related Life Sciences-field
- Minimum 3 year's of hands-on experience in LC-MS bioanalysis within pharma, biotech, CRO or relevant
- Proven expertise n LC-MS method development and trouble shooting
- Proficiency in LC-MS data analysis software (e.g. Analyst, MassLynx, Tracefinder, Skyline)
- Excellent collaboration skills for fast-paced multinational work environment
- Fluency in written and spoken English (scientific)
Please note that you need to have a valid work permit for EU. This position is a one year fixed-term contract with full working hours (37,5h/week).
We offer you:
Working at Charles River means working in a dynamic international organization where we are making the difference. We offer you exciting projects, growth opportunities, meaningful work, inclusive and supportive team. We also support your wellbeing by offering you e.g., wide occupational healthcare, leisure accident insurance and ePassi flex- benefit. We also have an active recreational committee which organizes activities from charity occasions to fun team events.
For more information, please contact Group Leader Jussi Rytkönen by email (jussi.rytkonen@crl.com).
Apply at the lastest 22 February 2026!
"When you approach each moment knowing your work helps improve the health and lives of millions worldwide – suddenly everything seems possible. At Charles River, this is the passion that drives us. Join us today and start imagining tomorrow."
About Discovery
Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 22,000 employees within 100 facilities in 26 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
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