Cannabis Hemp Microbiologist Jobs

Job Description

Cannabis and Hemp Microbiologist

Summary:

Rapidly Expanding Cannabis/Hemp Testing Lab is seeking a professional and experienced Microbiologist. This position will perform routine testing of Cannabis/Hemp flowers, extracts, edibles, and oils for an Internal Testing Lab (ITL) in Worcester, MA. The position will report to the Laboratory Director.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Oversee and perform the preparation and analysis of samples consisting of a variety of matrices using qPCR and 3M Petrifilm plating.

• Data entry, sample intake and sample management using the LIMS and word processing as required.

• Maintain inventory of samples, laboratory supplies, sample storage and disposal, cleaning, and other supporting lab processes.

• Properly dispose of chemical and biohazard waste.

• Cleaning and maintenance of equipment, laboratory glassware and laboratory facility.

• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.

• Lead and participate in training and continuous improvement projects.

• Takes ownership of issues and follows through to resolution.

• Ensure customer results are reported quickly and accurately, meeting the laboratory performance metrics.

• Follow all regulatory requirements and established SOPs including safety and health, quality assurance and quality control.

• Compliance with all local and state guidelines requiring chain of custody of controlled substances.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field.

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant industry and laboratory experience in a high production laboratory specialized in fast turnaround times - food safety, clinical, forensic, environmental and cannabis experience preferred.

• Instrument experience required - qPCR, analytical balances, pipettes and centrifuges, 3M Petrifilm - qualitative and quantitative

• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain a strong work ethic.

• Must be willing to be subjected to a background check to be approved by the Cannabis Control Commission for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• Experience in a highly regulated industry with GLP, FDA and ISO 17025 requirements preferred.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication and customer support skills.

• Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems (e.g., Design of Experiments)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Worcester, MA 01603: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of qPCR experience do you have?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• cannabis or hemp: 1 year (Preferred)
• qPCR: 1 year (Required)
• Plating/Petri film: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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