Cannabis Lab Microbiology Lead Jobs

Fast-growing Cannabis Testing Laboratory in Downtown Los Angeles is looking for an experienced microbiology lead.
Responsibilities:

• Oversees the performance of microbiological tests on cannabis-related samples and implement new methods
  
• Coordinate with chemistry lead to plan the preparation of samples upon arrival in the facility
• Ensures that the microbiology department maintains a clean and safe work environment by adequately training microbial technicians in aseptic methods and protocols; following standards and procedures; and complying with legal regulations (Cal-OSHA, BCC)
• Preparation and control of process quality control organisms via strict adherence to company policy
• Data management and verification of data produced via real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction prior to official reporting
• Document results and quality control procedures and enter data in LIMS
• Execution of excellent communication skills in order to facilitate a productive conversation with scientist, analyst, and other personnel
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations
• Develop new microbiological methods not currently online at the laboratory and write standard operating procedures for them in conjunction with state regulations
• Follow strict Quality Assurance operations according to state regulations
• Write new SOPs as needed
  
• Monitor inventory and supplies
• Test for E. coli, Salmonella, Aspergillus species on Bio-Rad QPCR
• Perform method validation for new methods

Experiential Qualifications:

• **A master's degree or a bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university and 2+ years of experience as a microbiologist
• **Completed 2 years of college or university education that included coursework in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university, plus at least 4+ years of full-time practical experience
• Hands-on experience in an analytical cannabis laboratory
• **Experience with qPCR, PCR, microarray, and/or sequencing
• Experience working in BSL-2 laboratory
• Experience with any of the following E. coli, Salmonella, Aspergillus species.
• Prokaryotic and eukaryotic genetics background a plus
• Experience in cannabis product development or analytical method development
• Experience working within a regulated environment (ISO 17025, GLP, and/or GMP)
• **Experience performing method validation

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