Method Development Chemist

POSITION PROFILE

Organization

BeaconPoint Labs

Position

Analytical Chemist Director – Method Development

Location

Kannapolis, NC
Company Overview
Simply put, food data is inaccurate, incomplete, and outdated. BeaconPoint is at the forefront of the food revolution creating the tools that will bring food and beverage data into the 21st century. We are relentlessly pursuing the potential of analytical science to help the world make better decisions and help improve the health and well-being of everyone. Our mission is to power the next food revolution through innovative testing methods and state of the art equipment to create accurate and complete nutritional profiles for every food.

We believe everyone has a right to know precisely what’s in their food. So, our scientists take a consultative approach with our clients, employing cutting-edge test methods and technology to deliver the most complete, accurate and transparent nutritional profiles.

The company is providing tools for the most complete and accurate food and nutrition data available to date. Today’s consumers expect this information on what they eat and drink.

Join us to help power the next food revolution!
The Position
BeaconPoint currently has an opening for an experienced Analytical Chemist Director to join us on our important mission to deliver the most accurate and comprehensive nutrition data ever created by leveraging cutting-edge test methods to perform a variety of analyses in the daily operation and maintenance of a state-of-the-art food analysis laboratory.

These functions may include sample preparation, Method Development, optimization, validation and analysis on instruments such as UHPLC, LC-MS, and others. As your key job function, you will be developing SOP’s, testing samples using established SOP’s, and supporting development of new methods for testing food and beverage / supplement samples for various nutritional analyses such as vitamins, amino acids, phytonutrients, etc.
Responsibilities & Experience
You will be responsible for independently performing sample preparation, testing, reviewing and recording laboratory data according to the company’s policies and procedures. You will be expected to generate accurate test results in a timeframe consistent with client expectations. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Performing a large variety of analytical tasks for the development and validation of analytical methods used in the testing of food and nutritional analytes by means of various procedures including LC/MS, GC, and ICPMS.
• Experience with analytical Method Development and validation coupled with an in depth knowledge of extraction techniques particular to food matrices. Techniques include but are not limited to saponification, solid phase extraction, derivatization, and liquid liquid extraction.
• Develop LC-MS/MS MRM methods for quantitative analysis of small molecules using stable isotope internal standards. High resolution LC-MS is also an asset.
• Utilizes technical knowledge in the development of unique analytical methods (including researching projects via current scientific literature and other appropriate resources).
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, while understanding principles of laboratory instrumentation with a preference for LC-MS, while GC, and ICP-MS is also an asset.
• Knowledge of and experience using laboratory automation software, LIMS software, and system software.
• Perform laboratory operations with a high degree of accuracy and precision.
• Proven experience as a technical resource that leads method troubleshooting and training of staff with extraction techniques and analysis.
• Helping the lab leadership drive scientific and operational excellence in analysis through relentless focus on accuracy of results, data accuracy and efficiency.
• Understanding and practicing Good Laboratory Practices and accurate and traceable record keeping.
• Executing test methods exactly as defined by the SOPs in place. Becoming familiar with reagents, controls, and other general lab procedures.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or a closely related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Previous food nutritional testing experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience preferred with instrumentation such as UHPLC and LC-MS, and analyses such as Vitamins, Amino Acids, Phytonutrients, etc. in a commercial lab setting.
• Strong written communication skills and report writing experience.

Compensation and Benefits
An attractive compensation and benefits package will be outlined for the selected candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,535.67 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Kannapolis, NC 28081: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person