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Job Summary

The Microbial Analyst, working within a team of industry professionals, will be responsible for assisting in the day to day upkeep and support of the laboratory by cleaning the lab and laboratory equipment; data entry; assisting with batch homogenization and sampling; restocking and verifying laboratory supply inventory; disposing of completed sample materials; and sample batch preparation and analysis. Primary focus is the testing of bacteria (Aerobic, Bile-Tolerant Gram-Negative Bacteria, Coliforms, Salmonella, STECs, mycotoxins, and other biological organisms to ensure that all medical cannabis samples are safe.
Role and Responsibilities

· Interpret and evaluate data in terms of accuracy, precision, trends, and potential GMP impact and recommend appropriate corrective action where necessary.

· High productivity and the ability to multi-task coupled with a low error rate and attention to detail are critical characteristics of this position.

· Demonstrates flexibility/agility and engagement in a changing environment. Expected to display good laboratory technique to avoid cross contamination or misidentification of samples.

· Able to comprehend and perform both routine and non-routine analyses from compendial and internal sources.

· Functional applications of the Quality Control Management System Application to include addressment of data review, out of specification reporting and Correction/Preventative actions.

· Conduct in house Instrument Maintenance as needed and monitoring of Consumable Inventory.

· Successfully complete proficiency testing and initial demonstration of competency as required.

· Participate in method revisions and deviations as needed.

· Train others employees should incumbent be primary subject matter expert on particular skill sets and knowledge.

· Execute assigned workload on a daily basis in coordination with management and team; members to effectively schedule multiple assignments;

· Contribute to a cohesive team environment;

· Meet project and service deadlines in collaboration with colleagues;

· Prepare samples for analysis; and

· Other Duties as assigned. These duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Ability to understand and scientifically interpret data utilizing analytical skills and practical

experience.

• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with a variety of levels of personnel from bench

level to upper management levels.

• Ability to manage multiple, changing priorities while maintaining department efficiencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive information.
• Ability to clean, disinfect, and sterilize is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a physical or life science with a minimum of two years of experience in an analytical laboratory or Four years of experience in an analytical laboratory.
• Education and experience in Microbiology or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with analytical techniques and instrumentation including, but not limited to: qPCR, PCR/ Thermal-Cycler, Micro-Array, LCMS, & Standard Culture and Count.
• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Laboratory or similar.

Core operational hours of the laboratory will be from 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday(excluding holidays).

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Aiea, HI 96701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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