Job Description
We are a state-certified cannabis testing laboratory in Las Vegas with an immediate need for a Cannabis Chemist to join our chemical analysis team. Under Nevada law, all medicinal and adult-use cannabis products are required to undergo mandatory safety and potency testing to measure cannabinoids, terpenoids, mycotoxins, heavy metals, pesticide residues, residual solvent levels, and microbial contaminants.
We are looking for a self-motivated scientist who can work independently, within a team, and be willing to fill multiple roles. Duties for the position will include sample preparation, following standard operating procedures, maintaining appropriate records, and data analysis.
The ideal candidate must have:
High attention to detail
Experience preparing and analyzing samples in a high-throughput laboratory
Knowledge of HPLC, GC-FID, ICP-AES, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS
Familiar with Shimadzu and Agilent instrumentation and software
Experience in an ISO 17025 regulated laboratory
Working knowledge of the cannabis industry
Requirements
Minimum: BSc in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or a related field
At least 1 year of post-graduate laboratory experience
Must be able to work nights and weekends
Applicants with graduate level degrees in a science-related field are strongly encouraged to apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV or resume along with a cover letter.
Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
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