Cannabis Scientist Cannabis Testing Jobs

We require a hard-working and highly motivated Staff Scientist with strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills to work with a fun and dynamic team in the exciting and fast-paced cannabis industry served by Steep Hill Mississippi. The successful candidate and their team are responsible for acquiring and analyzing data used to perform and report analytical laboratory testing of cannabis products, assisting with sample preparation, performing lab support functions, and support of lab improvement projects. The ability to work across a variety of tasks, in a production environment, is an essential attribute for the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or life sciences, be familiar with a wide range of laboratory methodologies, and have at least 1 years’ experience with the use of instruments such as HPLC, UPLC, GCMS, ICPMS and/or instruments used to detect and quantify pathogens. The Staff Scientist is responsible to perform data acquisition, analysis, and report preparation for the various testing/screening services. The Staff Scientist will be expected to work across a variety of tasks with attention to detail, organization, and professionalism.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Position Steep Hill Mississippi at the forefront of Cannabis Analytical Laboratories

• Work with Laboratory Technicians and Laboratory Analysts to ensure turnaround times are met

• Consider and address any deficiencies found in other areas, such as facility administration; proficiency testing; and general, pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic systems

• Ensure that all delegated duties are properly performed

• Ensure Laboratory compliance with all necessary regulations

• Manage instrument calibrations, maintenance and address any equipment malfunction or failure

• Partner with the Lab Director, Lead Analyst, lab staff, customers and more to build on lab practices and improve laboratory operations

• Provide guidance on analysis of data, and report preparation for the testing/screening for cannabinoid potency, terpene potency, residual solvents, heavy metals, pesticides, microbiology analysis, water activity, and mycotoxins

• Learn and execute established Steep Hill and state regulatory SOP’s

• As assigned, assist with the upkeep and improvement of elements of the quality management system such as SOP’s and the training program

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Perform other laboratory and clerical duties such as data entry, filing, or supply inventory and assumption of other responsibilities on an as-needed basis, or as delegated

• Ensure projects are successfully completed based on project requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Be comfortable working with cannabis

• Ability to provide support and integrate seamlessly with other key departments

• Personal drive and commitment to ongoing improvement of the Customer Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Staff Scientist must be at least 21 years old

• Valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record

• Able to drive, stand and sit, as needed for several hours at a time.

• Able to lift weight, assisted as necessary, to move or transport equipment needed for key job responsibilities

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Staff Scientist must meet all state requirements for employment in the cannabis industry

• Bachelor’s Degree in the chemical or microbiological sciences from a college or university accredited by a national or regional certifying authority with a minimum of two years' post-degree laboratory experience.

• Minimum 1 year experience with instruments such as HPLC, UPLC, GCMS, ICPMS and/or instruments used to detect and quantify pathogens

• Cannabis industry experience highly desirable

• Well-versed in laboratory operations (analytical, chemical, biological, or both)

• Ability to think critically

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced setting, multitask, and prioritize assignments

• Previous experience with Lab Information Management systems

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to build a strong team

• Creative, analytical problem-solver who can cooperatively work effectively with colleagues

• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions

• Work independently in the absence of supervision

• The ability to adapt to rapid changes and utilize newly-emergent technological solutions

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel)

• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written command) with excellent computer, typing, and organizational abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, multitask, and prioritize and manage assignments

• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a collaborative environment

• Personal integrity, disciplined work ethic, organization skills, and motivation to work with a sense of urgency

• Willingness to travel throughout the United States for training when needed

• Willingness to work occasional weekends and after-hours for business meetings, trade shows, events and presentations

COMPENSATION:

• Compensation based on experience

• Benefits including Dental, Vision, Health Insurance

• Vacation, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Flowood, MS 39232: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: One location

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CP Labs Ohio is currently seeking a talented Scientist to join our team at our new cannabis testing laboratory. With cannabis industry expertise and a brand-new analytical facility, we are looking for an energetic, creative, team-oriented person with strong background in analytical chemistry, cannabis experience and excellent organizational and communications skills.

Position Summary: This is an analytical position responsible for laboratory support functions to include calibration, standard preparation, instrument tuning, instrument and equipment maintenance, and analysis of data used for laboratory quality control. Daily work involves the use of various types of instrumentation (including HPLC, LCMS, ICPMS and GCMS) lab equipment and complex computer programs to perform tests, record data or findings and present information.

Essential Duties:

• Works with Scientific Director to ensure lab efficiencies for prioritization, workflow, and sample preparation, as well as the loading and running of instruments
• Identifies opportunities for improvement; works with laboratory members to implement new and improved methods and processes
• Assists with the upkeep and improvement of the quality management system to include Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and the employee training programs
• Prepares calibrations and verifies quality controls for laboratory instruments and methods; uses data to recognize and/or correct possible processing or instrument errors
• Acquires and analyzes data used to perform and report analytical laboratory testing of cannabis products
• Assists with the validation of test methods and with Research and Development (R&D) related activities
• Imports data into LIMS and Seed-to-Sale systems; provides for the documentation and tracking of Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV) Standards for Quality Assurance
• Prepares reports related to cannabinoid potency, terpene potency, residual solvents, heavy metals, pesticides, microbiologic organisms, water activity and mycotoxins
• Submits data reports and Certificates of Analysis (COA) for approval 
• Provides guidance and support for all duties commonly assigned to Field Samplers and Lab Technicians

Position Requirements:

General Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to fluently speak and read the English language along with understanding and following both written and verbal direction
• Ability to function independently, have personal integrity, flexibility and the ability to work effectively as a team member with fellow employees
• Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations in different units of measurement
• Basic knowledge of modern office practices and use of Microsoft Office Suite for Word and Excel

Education, Licenses/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Relevant industry related experience in medical cannabis or lab benchwork is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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Job detailsSalaryUp to $40 an hourJob TypeFull-timeTemporaryContractInternshipNumber of hires for this role3Qualifications

• • US work authorization (Required)

Full Job Description

This position provides a fast track towards advancing your career into a cannabis lab scientist position while performing a stimulating variety of high complexity lab work. This is an excellent high potential entry level opportunity.

Positions are now available in a newly licensed Merrimack Valley Massachusetts Iso-17025 accredited cannabis testing lab for qualified intelligent , energetic, and enthusiastic candidates

The work entails performing advanced testing methods per internally developed and validated Standard Operating Procedures. Test and analyze 15 Cannabinoids , THC,CBD, Residual Solvents, Terpenes, Heavy Metals, Microbiology Pathogens, Pesticides, and Moisture utilizing GC-MS, HPLC, AAGF, ELISA , LC-MS –MS, ICP-MS and Plate Culture methods. These are highly complex analytical procedures running both automated and manual instruments.

The Lab Scientist/Analyst will be responsible for sample intakes, extractions, preparations, and processing of cannabis derived product tests. You will be trained to run many various new instrumental methods, prepare calibrations, maintain instruments, obtain data, enter logs, prepare solutions, as well as various other tasks required to obtain a final test report and operate a testing lab. Full Training is provided at all levels

The candidate must be able to pass a Massachusetts CCC background check prior to employment. This position is available to AS, BS or MS degree in Bioengineering, Physical Science, Chemistry, Life Science, Biotechnology or Biology with related lab experience. Cannabis testing lab experience or past lab experience utilizing GC-MS, HPLC, ICP-MS or AAGF is ideal. Basic laboratory skills include use of analytical balances, pipets, syringes and computer skills including MS office Word and Excel. Candidate must have ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship

Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any lab experience in the Massachusetts cannabis industry?
• Do you have any experience working in an analytical lab or EPA lab?
• How many years of experience do you have?

Willingness To Travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

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Tell us why you want to work at PSI Labs. Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the emerging and fast paced environment of cannabis laboratory testing. The successful candidate will be a Senior Scientist at our Ann Arbor, Michigan laboratory, 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 gas/liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry, specifically wet lab techniques and familiarity with instrumentation utilized for cannabis analysis (ICP-MS, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, GC-MS, etc.).

• Experience with pesticide analysis or similar trace chemical analysis using GC or LC-MS/MS is required.
• Prior commercial lab experience is required.
• A candidate with a PhD is preferred. A minimum of a MS is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independent execution with minimal supervision of different types of mass spectrometric analyses including ICP-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, etc.
• Sample preparation of cannabis for testing, including Metals Analysis, Pesticide Residue Analysis and Microbiology Analysis.
• Learn and execute state regulatory SOPs
• Process of high sample throughput
• Help evaluate and improve SOPs as needed
• Manage Lab Technicians' work and data output
• Operate automated chemical testing equipment
• Dispose of analyzed samples and follow proper chemical waste procedures
• Perform appropriate lab practices
• Organize supplies
• Ensure adequate inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Assist in maintaining the laboratory for ISO accreditation standards and future audits.
• Remain up-to-date on all SOPs and maintain documentation required for compliance.
• Performance of other laboratory and clerical duties such as data entry, filing, or supply inventory and assumption of other responsibilities on an as-needed basis, or as delegated
• Personal drive and commitment to ongoing improvement of the Customer Experience at PSI Labs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Candidate must have experience in pesticide analysis (or LC-MS/MS)
• Candidate must be comfortable working with cannabis
• Previous experience with Lab Information Management systems preferred
• 3-4 years of prior experience in an academic or commercial lab is required
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment and/or in the cannabis industry is preferred
• Ideal candidate works independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ideal candidate will possess the ability to make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel) and GSuite (primarily Google Sheets & Google Docs)
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written command) with excellent computer, typing, and organizational abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, ability and willingness to multi-task, and the ability to prioritize and manage assignments
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a collaborative environment
• Personal integrity, disciplined work ethic, organization skills, and motivation to work with a sense of urgency
• Some availability to work nights and weekends is required

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a PhD in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Exceptional wet laboratory technique and ability to perform documentation for ISO standards.
• Experience with pesticides analysis or similar trace chemical analysis using GC or LC-MS/MS is required.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in a regulated or high throughput laboratory environment is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

COMPENSATION:

• Compensation based on experience
• Flexible work environment
• Generous benefits package offered to full-time employees including Health Insurance, Prescription Coverage and PTO

Tell us why you want to work at PSI Labs. Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus Pay

Experience:

• Laboratory: 4 years (Required)
• Mass Spectrometry: 3 years (Required)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• www.psilabs.org

Company's Facebook page:

• https://facebook.com/psilabs

Benefit Conditions:

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

Work Remotely:

• No

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Tell us why you want to work at PSI Labs. Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the emerging and fast paced environment of cannabis laboratory testing. The successful candidate will be a Senior Scientist at our Ann Arbor, Michigan laboratory, 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 gas/liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry, specifically wet lab techniques and familiarity with instrumentation utilized for cannabis analysis (ICP-MS, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, GC-MS, etc.).

• Experience with pesticide analysis or similar trace chemical analysis using LC-MS/MS is required.
• Prior commercial lab experience is required.
• A candidate with a PhD is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independent execution with minimal supervision of different types of mass spectrometric analyses including ICP-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, etc.
• Sample preparation of cannabis for testing, including Metals Analysis, Pesticide Residue Analysis and Microbiology Analysis.
• Learn and execute state regulatory SOPs
• Process of high sample throughput
• Help evaluate and improve SOPs as needed
• Manage Lab Technicians' work and data output
• Operate automated chemical testing equipment
• Dispose of analyzed samples and follow proper chemical waste procedures
• Perform appropriate lab practices
• Organize supplies
• Ensure adequate inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Assist in maintaining the laboratory for ISO accreditation standards and future audits.
• Remain up-to-date on all SOPs and maintain documentation required for compliance.
• Performance of other laboratory and clerical duties such as data entry, filing, or supply inventory and assumption of other responsibilities on an as-needed basis, or as delegated
• Personal drive and commitment to ongoing improvement of the Customer Experience at PSI Labs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Candidate must have experience in pesticide analysis (or LC-MS/MS)
• Candidate must be comfortable working with cannabis
• Previous experience with Lab Information Management systems preferred
• 3-4 years of prior experience in an academic or commercial lab is required
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment and/or in the cannabis industry is preferred
• Ideal candidate works independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ideal candidate will possess the ability to make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel) and GSuite (primarily Google Sheets & Google Docs)
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written command) with excellent computer, typing, and organizational abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, ability and willingness to multi-task, and the ability to prioritize and manage assignments
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a collaborative environment
• Personal integrity, disciplined work ethic, organization skills, and motivation to work with a sense of urgency
• Some availability to work nights and weekends is required

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a PhD in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Exceptional wet laboratory technique and ability to perform documentation for ISO standards.
• Experience with pesticides analysis or similar trace chemical analysis using LC-MS/MS is required.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in a regulated or high throughput laboratory environment is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

COMPENSATION:

• Compensation based on experience
• Flexible work environment
• Generous benefits package offered to full-time employees including Health Insurance, Prescription Coverage and PTO

Tell us why you want to work at PSI Labs. Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $54,000.00 to $74,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Laboratory: 4 years (Required)
• Mass Spectrometry: 3 years (Required)

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Location:

• Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Additional Compensation:

• Bonuses

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Remotely:

• No

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