Cannabis Scientific Director For Cannabis Testing Lab Jobs

Job details
Salary
$150,000 - $220,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Qualifications

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  • Bachelor's (Required)

  • Laboratory Experience: 10 years (Required)

  
  

Full Job Description

Veda Scientific is a new, hemp and cannabis R&D and compliance testing laboratory located in Lompoc, CA. We combine the latest technology with the best talent to support our clients in our common mission to propel the industry forward and unlock the possibilities found in the cannabis plant. The company is composed of experts in the fields of cannabis testing, plant physiology and chemistry as well as business process, HR, marketing and finance.

BASIC FUNCTION

The Scientific Director is primarily responsible for overseeing the entire operation of the laboratory, which includes its staff, equipment, instruments, supplies and samples received. The Scientific Director is additionally responsible for administering the basic management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling to assist the President in the successful and efficient attainment of company goals while working alongside the Chief Science Officer (CSO). The Scientific Director is expected to perform bench duties whenever required to ensure that daily service goals are achieved.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY

• Works with the CSO and Technical Lab Director to evaluate equipment, develop testing methods and write standard operating procedures, methods development and validation procedures to meet regulatory requirements (CA-BCC) and best industry practices (i.e. AOAC, ICH etc.)
• Provides laboratory operational information, products, and services by establishing sample preparation protocols; developing and implementing analytical procedures; interpreting laboratory results.
• Works with leadership team to continue to attract and retain best in class laboratory personnel.
• Supports Veda's values of Engagement, Expertise, Consistency, Accountability and Responsiveness.
• Works with CSO & VP of Operations to create a continuing education program to enhance the skills and professional development of lab team members.
• Maintains laboratory equipment performance by establishing quality standards; developing operations, and troubleshooting procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying (calibration) instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by improving and updating procedures to check stock to determine inventory level; anticipate needed supplies; place and expedite orders for supplies; oversee receipt of supplies and inventory
• Maintains laboratory productivity by monitoring workload of functional areas; making operational or staffing adjustment.
• Maintains laboratory information system by identifying information needs and problems; recommending improvements; establishing priorities; testing; writing and revising standard operating procedures; training employees; maintaining security and confidentiality.
• Working with the VP of Operations to ensure ISO 17025-2017 is on track and meets all quality directives
• Maintains laboratory staff by supervising the recruitment, selection, orientation, and training of employees.
• Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning tasks to employees and following up on work results.
• Monitors laboratory staff performance by evaluating and appraising
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Resolves problems by consulting with Chief Scientific Officer and/or President and laboratory staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher
• Minimum of ten years of laboratory experience
• Minimum of four years in leadership roles
• Significant experience with some or all of the following pieces of equipment: HPLC, LC MS/MS, GC MS/MS, ICPMS, GCxGC, qPCR
• Experience managing complex projects and/or operations

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED

• Experience with Agilent hardware and software
• Cannabis testing experience
• Additional education or certificates

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

• Lompoc, CA 93436 (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 10 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Company's website:

• vedascientific.co

Benefit Conditions:

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

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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