Analytical Laboratory Chemist (LC/GC-MS) - Laboratory Scientist 2

Responsibilities

Research, develop, and implement analytical methodologies; analyze routine and non-routine samples using established methods to detect pesticides and other chemical contaminants. Act as lead analyst for analyzing cannabis product samples for pesticides and mycotoxins. Prepare and analyze routine, non-routine, rush, and emergency samples to obtain quality data. Evaluate and document all quality control procedures so reported data can withstand legal and scientific review.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of previous experience working in a food and/or environmental analysis laboratory.
• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a closely related field substitutes for one (1) year of experience.
• A master’s degree in chemistry or a closely related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.
• General knowledge of chromatographic techniques and mass spectrometers, including operating and maintaining LC-High Resolution Accurate Mass-MS (LC-HRAM-MS).
• Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Experience conducting literature searches and interpreting and adapting published analytical methods.
• Knowledge and experience to recognize and prevent harm to themselves or others from hazards in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills sufficient to summarize results, interpret technical information, and prepare sample reports.
• Ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Physical requirements: comfort working around chemical and biological hazards, hot surfaces, compressed gases, and mechanical hazards; wearing personal protective gear; and having the knowledge, skills, and abilities to recognize and prevent harm to oneself and others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry or a related field.
• Experience using analytical instruments such as GC/MS, LC/MS, and LC-High Resolution Accurate Mass-MS (LC-HRAM-MS).
• Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of analytical chemistry, including electronic processing of data obtained by LC-HRAM-MS.
• Experience working in an ISO17025 accredited laboratory environment