Job Level & compensation offered may vary depending on candidates' experiences and competencies

Analyzes biological or chemical samples and/or develops/validates methodologies for various compounds and components in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organizes and conducts routine analyses in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
• Sets up, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment.
• Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.
• Performs quality control review of data.
• Informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect integrity of the data; participates in corrective action of problems.
• Contributes towards a cohesive team environment.
• Assists in setting up method development.
• Performs method validation and sample analysis with supervision.
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Trains and assists less experienced staff.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives.
• Participates in client visits as needed.
• Evaluates data for report preparation and experiment modification as directed.
• Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.
• Assists in writing text for reports, methods or protocols.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).
• 1- 2 years related or relevant laboratory experience required with a BS/BA degree or 3 - 4 years experience with an AAS degree.
• Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).
• Experience with analytical instrumentation is desired.
• Independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis of results, asking questions as needed.
• Acts as a technical resource for the department (trouble shooting, method development, qualification, maintenance and training) with guidance as needed.
• Maintains and operates laboratory equipment, including independent problem identification and resolution.
• Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.
• Completes project assignments on time with supervision.
• Knowledgeable on a variety of study types, analysis procedures and methodology.
• Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.