Cannabis Analytical Microbiology Chemist Jobs

Job Description:

Responsible for equipment maintenance, testing, analysis, and day-to-day oversight of samples and lab equipment. Ensure proper sample preparation and method development, including calibration curves and calculations. Participate in distillations, record keeping, inventory, stocking, and maintaining a clean and organized lab space. Work with a variety of samples including essential oils, cannabis, extracts, intermediates, and finished products.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure laboratory safety guidelines and good laboratory practices are followed at all times.

• Follow good laboratory practices (GLP).

• Work closely with other scientists on method development and improvement.

• Review methods and analytical procedures for improvement and accuracy.

• Ensure samples are prepared accurately for analytical testing.

• Prepare, maintain, and perform microbiological, analytical, and chemical testing.

• Operate scientific equipment such as: GCMS, HPLC, Distillations, Autoclave, Analytical balance, pH meter, microscopes and more.

• Prepare and dispense solutions and chemical materials for lab use, which may include: media solvents, reagents, oils, aroma chemicals, acids, bases, buffers, stains, and unknowns.

• Assist in special projects and experiments.

• Perform calibration curves and other calculations associated with the various testing.

• Prepare media for use in the growth and propagations of microorganisms.

• Monitor, collect, and process waste materials and chemicals. Properly process and dispose of waste.

• Assist in the distillation of raw material to obtain pure oil samples.

• Receive samples from customers and catalog samples in the appropriate manifest.

• Work with office manager to ensure samples are retained and easily accessed.

• Perform routine standardization and maintenance of all lab equipment.

• Order, receive, and stock materials, supplies, inventories, and equipment for laboratory and general use.

• Clean up after each lab session by washing, and if necessary, sterilizing tools, equipment, and supplies.

• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science related field preferred.

• Experience working in a lab or technical setting.

• Essential oil, extract, and testing of finished products experience.

• Must be 21 years of age and able to pass a government background check.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in HPLC, GCMS and Micro preferred

• Organization skills.

• Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals.

• Able to work independently and safely.

• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.

• Work environment may have a strong aroma, must be able to work with these aromas.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to understand and follow laboratory safety procedures.

• Must be comfortable working with Industrial Hemp and Medicinal Cannabis products.

Job Type: Full-time

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• How many years of Laboratory experience do you have?
• What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Company's website:

• https://aromaticplant.org

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/AromaticPlantRC/

Work Remotely:

• No

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