Analytical Chemist - Cannabis Testing

CP Labs Ohio is currently seeking a talented Analytical Chemistto join our team and help build our Cannabis Testing laboratory. This position requires weekend coverage on Saturdays and Sundays. This position requires a successful federal background check.

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. We are looking for individuals with analytical lab experience including daily laboratory sample flow, method optimization/validation, QA/QC and more.

Position Summary: This is an analytical position responsible for advanced 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:

• Performs sample prep and lab support functions as well as the loading and running of instruments
• 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
• 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

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
• Experience in driving tasks and meeting deadlines; accountable for the completion of assigned goals and objectives

Education, Licenses/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Laboratory experience in a work setting
• Relevant industry related experience in Medical Cannabis is a plus

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person