What are the responsibilities and job description for the Microbiology Scientist I position at Nova Analytic Labs LLC?
The statements below reflect the general responsibilities and requirements for the position, but may not describe all the work requirements inherent in the job. It is the responsibility of the employee to comply with Good Laboratory Practices, ISO/IEC 17025 and other state mandated certifications.
The testing Nova Analytic Labs will perform is critical to the health and safety of recreational and medicinal cannabis and hemp products. Nova Analytic Labs will provide the highest quality and safety in testing to the community by combining advanced technology and innovative scientific methods.
As a startup, we are particularly interested in individuals with well-rounded capabilities and an eager appetite to grow and build a successful enterprise. The ideal candidate will possess sound scientific knowledge, management skills, and an eye for continuous improvement. Flexibility and dedication are a must.
The Microbiology Scientist I works directly under Lab Manager and ensures all samples are received, extracted, analyzed and reported in compliance with company policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for day to day receipt and analysis of samples
- Responsible for solution prep and tracking
- Responsible for maintaining equipment logs and maintenance
- Perform extractions and prepare samples for analysis on LC/MS, GC/MS and ICP/MS
- Responsible for data entry of samples in the lab
- Responsible for understanding and following all necessary SOPs
- Produce quality, mistake-free work in the lab
- Ensures resolution of errors before results are released to clients
- Continuously seeks out new and better ideas, driving best practices
- Ensure samples are received, requisitioned and extracted in a manner that is compliant with SOPs
- Other duties as assigned by management
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in a science related field or one year experience in a high complexity laboratory, food testing, or environmental testing laboratory
- High school diploma with at least 2 years experience in a high complexity laboratory, food testing, or environmental testing laboratory
- Some experience in a high complexity laboratory preferred
- Some experience with LC/MS, GC/MS and ICP/MS
Benefits
