Cannabis Analytical Scientist Jobs

We are a full-service cannabis testing and research lab offering state-mandated testing services to California’s cannabis distributors, cultivators, and manufacturers to ensure safety and accurate labeling of products for medical and recreational use.

This is an opportunity to come into a young company and help make it great!

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Perform sample preparation and analysis of cannabis and cannabis products

· Carry out method development and execute method validation of heavy metal analysis in accordance with ISO 17025 requirements.

· Review chromatographic and QA/QC data ensuring it meets established criteria and upload final results into the LIMS.

· Submit non-conforming work to the Corrective Action/Preventive Action workflow.

· Work with the Lab Director to prepare and review SOPs and other controlled documentation.

· Perform routine calibration and maintenance of instrumentation

· Work with a team of scientists in a fast-paced environment to design and implement analytical strategies.

· Prepare technical reports.

Additional Duties May Include:

· Cross-training on separate analytical methods

· Training scientific staff

Qualifications:

· Bachelors or Masters (preferred) degree in relevant field

· Experience in a regulated environment (ISO 17025, GLP, or GMP)

· Experience writing SOPs

· Accuracy and attention to detail

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience in a cannabis or environmental testing lab

· Experience with Shimadzu instrumentation

· Experience developing methods for extraction and sample cleanup of dirty matrices

· Experience with LIMS

Please send resume and cover letter and indicate date available to start working.

· Relevant: 2 years (Preferred)

· Analytical Chemistry: 5 years (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Job details
Salary
Up to $60,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
2 to 4
Qualifications

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  Experience:

  • Laboratory, 2 years (Preferred)

  
  
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  Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

  
  

Full Job Description

Cannabis Analytical Scientist

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the emerging and fast paced environment of cannabis laboratory testing. The successful candidate will be a Cannabis Analytical Scientist at our new Kansas City location and will report directly to the Laboratory Director and will be responsible for the all the steps involved in sample analysis for state mandated compliance testing of cannabis products.

This position requires knowledge of analytical chemistry and separation sciences, specifically Liquid and Gas Chromatography techniques and some familiarity with instrumentation utilized for cannabis testing (HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and ICP/MS). Analytical methods utilized in the lab are already established and validated, however, some experience with method development, optimization and validation is beneficial. Prior lab experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs in all assigned areas of the laboratory. Provides accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures to fulfill the requests of the customer.
• Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures to ensure that all samples are completed within a specific time frame.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the Laboratory Director to guarantee the lab maintains utmost quality.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as-needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate, to ensure that all equipment is in working order. Performs calibration of equipment as required. Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and samples when problems occur. Notifies the Laboratory Director if unable to solve the problem.
• Complies with established laboratory safety policies and procedures when using chemicals.
• Reads and follows all organizational and departmental policies and procedures to remain in good standing with the organization and leads by example. Assists in updating policy and procedure manuals for ISO accreditation standards and future audits
• Attends all required safety training programs to stay abreast of latest safety precautions and procedures.
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and prioritize projects efficiently.
• Maintain a safe, clean, well-organized, and efficient laboratory work environment.
• Ensure adequate inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Work on projects assigned by lab management and work in collaboration with other technicians.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university is required.
• Exceptional wet laboratory technique and ability to perform documentation for ISO standards.
• Candidate must have some experience with the following instrumentation: HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and ICP/MS. Candidates with LC-MS/MS experience will be given preference.
• At least 2 years of experience in a regulated or high throughput laboratory environment is preferred. Cannabis Laboratory Experience Preferred.
• Some knowledge of microbiology and sterile technique is beneficial.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Must not be employed or have any ownership in any other MO cannabis industry license type.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

· At least 2 year of Laboratory experience

· At least 2 year of experience working with HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC—MS

Education:

· Master’s Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Related Field (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Laboratory: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Application Question:

• Do you have any experience in working in a Cannabis Testing Facility? If so, Can you provide references?

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• www.gpakc.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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Cannabis Analytical Scientist

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the emerging and fast paced environment of cannabis laboratory testing. The successful candidate will be a Cannabis Analytical Scientist at our new Kansas City location and will report directly to the Laboratory Director and will be responsible for the all the steps involved in sample analysis for state mandated compliance testing of cannabis products.

This position requires knowledge of analytical chemistry and separation sciences, specifically Liquid and Gas Chromatography techniques and some familiarity with instrumentation utilized for cannabis testing (HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and ICP/MS). Analytical methods utilized in the lab are already established and validated, however, some experience with method development, optimization and validation is beneficial. Prior lab experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs in all assigned areas of the laboratory. Provides accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures to fulfill the requests of the customer.
• Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures to ensure that all samples are completed within a specific time frame.
• Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the Laboratory Director to guarantee the lab maintains utmost quality.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, or as-needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate, to ensure that all equipment is in working order. Performs calibration of equipment as required. Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and samples when problems occur. Notifies the Laboratory Director if unable to solve the problem.
• Complies with established laboratory safety policies and procedures when using chemicals.
• Reads and follows all organizational and departmental policies and procedures to remain in good standing with the organization and leads by example. Assists in updating policy and procedure manuals for ISO accreditation standards and future audits
• Attends all required safety training programs to stay abreast of latest safety precautions and procedures.
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and prioritize projects efficiently.
• Maintain a safe, clean, well-organized, and efficient laboratory work environment.
• Ensure adequate inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Work on projects assigned by lab management and work in collaboration with other technicians.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university is required.
• Exceptional wet laboratory technique and ability to perform documentation for ISO standards.
• Candidate must have some experience with the following instrumentation: HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and ICP/MS. Candidates with LC-MS/MS experience will be given preference.
• At least 2 years of experience in a regulated or high throughput laboratory environment is preferred. Cannabis Laboratory Experience Preferred.
• Some knowledge of microbiology and sterile technique is beneficial.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Must not be employed or have any ownership in any other MO cannabis industry license type.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

· At least 2 year of Laboratory experience

· At least 2 year of experience working with HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC—MS

Education:

· Master’s Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Related Field (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Laboratory: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Application Question:

• Do you have any experience in working in a Cannabis Testing Facility?

Do you have experience with UPLC, LC/MS/MS, GC/MS, ICPMS? If so, how many years?

Company's website:

• www.gpakc.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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We are a full-service cannabis testing and research lab offering state-mandated testing services to California’s cannabis distributors, cultivators, and manufacturers to ensure safety and accurate labeling of products for medical and recreational use.

The Analytical Chemist, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS focus is a key position responsible for the design, execution, and oversight of the laboratory samples requiring LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS pesticide and mycotoxin analysis.

This is an opportunity to come into a young company and help make it great!

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Perform sample preparation and analysis of cannabis and cannabis products LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS following detailed procedures described in the company’s SOPs.

· Carry out method development and execute method validation of pesticide and mycotoxin analysis in accordance with ISO 17025 requirements.

· Review chromatographic and QA/QC data ensuring it meets established criteria and upload final results into the LIMS.

· Submit non-conforming work to the Corrective Action/Preventive Action workflow.

· Work with the Lab Director to prepare and review SOPs and other controlled documentation.

· Perform routine calibration and maintenance of instrumentation

· Work with a team of scientists in a fast-paced environment to design and implement analytical strategies.

· Prepare technical reports.

Additional Duties May Include:

· Cross-training on separate analytical methods

· Training scientific staff

Qualifications:

· Bachelors or Masters (preferred) degree in relevant field

· A minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, method development and validation using LC-MS/MS and/or GC-MS/MS instrumentation

· Experience in a regulated environment (ISO 17025, GLP, or GMP)

· Experience writing SOPs

· Accuracy and attention to detail

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience in a cannabis or environmental testing lab

· Experience with Shimadzu instrumentation

· Experience developing methods for extraction and sample cleanup of dirty matrices

· Experience with LIMS and ELN documentation

· Experience maintaining and/or repairing LC-MS/MS, GC-MS

Please send resume and cover letter and indicate date available to start working.

· Relevant: 5 years (Preferred)

· Analytical Chemistry: 5 years (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health Insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Experience:

• Analytical Chemistry: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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Job Description

A rapidly-growing ISO accredited laboratory in the San Fernando Valley is seeking a well-organized, detail-oriented and energetic Analytical Chemist to join our awesome lab team. You will be part of an exciting new industry helping to keep cannabis safe. There is excellent growth potential for anyone wanting to work hard and grow with us!

Position: The Analytical Chemist/Scientist will primarily be responsible for preparing cannabis samples (flowers, edibles etc) running, troubleshooting and analyzing cannabis samples with a GC, HPLC and/or ICP system utilizing standardized and in-house lab methodology; and performing basic and complex laboratory operations.

Duties include:

· Sample preparation for Potency, Pesticides, Terpenes, Heavy Metals, Residual Solvents, etc

· Set up, run and troubleshoot GC/MS, GC-MS/MS, LC/MS/MS and ICP-MS systems.

· Maintain validated ISO 17025 standards of performance for analytical chemical testing.

· Demonstrate leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills. Formulate and clearly communicates ideas, both verbally and in writing.

· Works independently with little guidance as well as provide support and training for others in a team environment.

· Develop procedures for documenting results from data collected.

· Ensure test equipment is clean, maintained and in good working order.

· Maintain a safe, clean and sanitary work area.

· Ensure high quality standards are met through performing calibrations, quality checks, and proficiency programs

· Maintain an accurate notebook and logbook.

· Strictly follow all safety procedures and documents.

Qualifications:

· · Bachelors/Master of Science Degree.

· · 2 years analytical lab experience (Cannabis knowledge/ lab experienced preferred).

· · Experience with data analysis and LIMS.

· · Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

· · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

· · Specific training for ISO 17025 Standard.

· · Experience/knowledge with the analytical instrumentation: HPLC, GCMS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICPMS.

· · Experience with method development and optimization.

· · Hands-on experience with instrument maintenance and trouble-shooting.

· · Experience importing, validating and exporting electronic data in a variety of formats.

· · Proven organizational and problem-solving skills.

· · Ability to stand for long periods.

· Experience ordering supplies and monitoring consumable inventory.

To apply: Send resume and cover letter in PDF format with salary expectations. Please do not call regarding this position.

What we offer

· Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

· Opportunities for growth

· Work in a fun and fast-growing industry!

Location: San Fernando Valley, Ca

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• 8 Hour Shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night Shift
• Weekends

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Company's website:

• https://cctestinglabs.com/

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Job Description

A rapidly-growing ISO accredited laboratory in the San Fernando Valley is seeking a well-organized, detail-oriented and energetic Analytical Chemist to join our awesome lab team. You will be part of an exciting new industry helping to keep cannabis safe. There is excellent growth potential for anyone wanting to work hard and grow with us!

Position: The Analytical Chemist/Scientist will primarily be responsible for preparing cannabis samples (flowers, edibles etc) running, troubleshooting and analyzing cannabis samples with a GC, HPLC and/or ICP system utilizing standardized and in-house lab methodology; and performing basic and complex laboratory operations.

Duties include:

· Sample preparation for Potency, Pesticides, Terpenes, Heavy Metals, Residual Solvents, etc

· Set up, run and troubleshoot GC/MS, GC-MS/MS, LC/MS/MS and ICP-MS systems.

· Maintain validated ISO 17025 standards of performance for analytical chemical testing.

· Demonstrate leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills. Formulate and clearly communicates ideas, both verbally and in writing.

· Works independently with little guidance as well as provide support and training for others in a team environment.

· Develop procedures for documenting results from data collected.

· Ensure test equipment is clean, maintained and in good working order.

· Maintain a safe, clean and sanitary work area.

· Ensure high quality standards are met through performing calibrations, quality checks, and proficiency programs

· Maintain an accurate notebook and logbook.

· Strictly follow all safety procedures and documents.

Qualifications:

· · Bachelors/Master of Science Degree.

· · 2 years analytical lab experience (Cannabis knowledge/ lab experienced preferred).

· · Experience with data analysis and LIMS.

· · Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

· · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

· · Specific training for ISO 17025 Standard.

· · Experience/knowledge with the analytical instrumentation: HPLC, GCMS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICPMS.

· · Experience with method development and optimization.

· · Hands-on experience with instrument maintenance and trouble-shooting.

· · Experience importing, validating and exporting electronic data in a variety of formats.

· · Proven organizational and problem-solving skills.

· · Ability to stand for long periods.

· Experience ordering supplies and monitoring consumable inventory.

To apply: Send resume and cover letter in PDF format with salary expectations. Please do not call regarding this position.

What we offer

· Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

· Opportunities for growth

· Work in a fun and fast-growing industry!

Location: San Fernando Valley, Ca

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Benefits:

• None

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends required
• Day shift
• Overtime

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Job Description

A rapidly-growing ISO accredited laboratory in the San Fernando Valley is seeking a well-organized, detail-oriented and energetic Analytical Chemist to join our awesome lab team. You will be part of an exciting new industry helping to keep cannabis safe. There is excellent growth potential for anyone wanting to work hard and grow with us!

Position: The Analytical Chemist/Scientist will primarily be responsible for preparing cannabis samples (flowers, edibles etc) running, troubleshooting and analyzing cannabis samples with a GC, HPLC and/or ICP system utilizing standardized and in-house lab methodology; and performing basic and complex laboratory operations.

Duties include:

· Sample preparation for Potency, Pesticides, Terpenes, Heavy Metals, Residual Solvents, etc

· Set up, run and troubleshoot GC/MS, GC-MS/MS, LC/MS/MS and ICP-MS systems.

· Maintain validated ISO 17025 standards of performance for analytical chemical testing.

· Demonstrate leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills. Formulate and clearly communicates ideas, both verbally and in writing.

· Works independently with little guidance as well as provide support and training for others in a team environment.

· Develop procedures for documenting results from data collected.

· Ensure test equipment is clean, maintained and in good working order.

· Maintain a safe, clean and sanitary work area.

· Ensure high quality standards are met through performing calibrations, quality checks, and proficiency programs

· Maintain an accurate notebook and logbook.

· Strictly follow all safety procedures and documents.

Qualifications:

· · Bachelors/Master of Science Degree.

· · 2 years analytical lab experience (Cannabis knowledge/ lab experienced preferred).

· · Experience with data analysis and LIMS.

· · Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

· · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

· · Specific training for ISO 17025 Standard.

· · Experience/knowledge with the analytical instrumentation: HPLC, GCMS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, ICPMS.

· · Experience with method development and optimization.

· · Hands-on experience with instrument maintenance and trouble-shooting.

· · Experience importing, validating and exporting electronic data in a variety of formats.

· · Proven organizational and problem-solving skills.

· · Ability to stand for long periods.

· Experience ordering supplies and monitoring consumable inventory.

To apply: Send resume and cover letter in PDF format with salary expectations. Please do not call regarding this position.

What we offer

· Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

· Opportunities for growth

· Work in a fun and fast-growing industry!

Location: San Fernando Valley, Ca

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Apply for this job with California Cannabis Testing Labs

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.