Lab Director

This position reports to the Chief Scientist and supervises day-to-day activities of chemistry department including lab technicians, chemist I, chemist II, sr. science staff and microbiologist resources in fast-paced, state-regulated analytical chemistry lab.

This is a salaried position with compensation DOE, includes paid vacation, full medical, dental, prescription and vision benefits. Position is eligible for holiday and performance bonuses as well as profit sharing in exciting cutting-edge business with huge growth opportunity in a rapidly expanding market. Enjoy a high-end, newly furnished facility in a well-established, highly respected company with employee entertainment area, positive work environment, flexible work hours and progressive work culture.

Oversees sample receiving, chemical extraction, sample preparation, analysis, quality, reporting and daily lab operations. Oversees chemical analysis using LCMSMS, GC-FID, HPLC-DAD, Flame AA, GC-ECD as well as Microbiological analyses. Responsible for ensuring chemistry and microbiology staff are qualified and trained for tasks assigned per internal quality system requirements. Oversees hiring process for direct report resources. Oversees and performs method development and improvement driving continuous improvement program to meet cost reduction and quality goals. Ensuring SOP’s are written, up-to-date and all methods have met all validation requirements for ISO 17025 and State of CA. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate quality control processes and procedures to guarantee accuracy of analysis and quality of results. Performs review of all reported data and associated quality control, reports for delivery to clients and ensuring all reporting has been uploaded to appropriate databases for internet and regulatory access. Responsible for overseeing instrument maintenance, maintenance programs and repairs. Responsible for ensuring that inventory is properly maintained and ordered on time to meet production demands. Supports inquiries from Sales team, Clients and Bureau of Cannabis Control and responds as required to support the needs of the business.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION

Requires a minimum PhD with emphasis in Chemistry or Biochemistry and a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in the field of chemical analysis, forensics or in a related area.

• EXPERIENCE

Applicant must have minimum 5 years experience supervising laboratory staff. A master level of competency in mass spectrometry and spectral data validation as well as a high level of proficiency and general chromatography skills, both LC and GC are required. Well-qualified applicants will have experience operating and providing supervision in ISO 17025 or government regulated analytical labs with an emphasis on method development and instrumentation skills. A depth of experience in chromatographic data interpretation and validation is required. A high level of competency in trace analysis of contaminants, pesticides or drug compounds and clear understanding of acceptable practices for data and method validation are needed.

PREREQUISITE SKILLS

• Ability to work collaboratively and in a team in which all members are mutually accountable
• Demonstrate leadership and the ability to influence a team with positive approach that fosters team development and growth
• Experience in ISO17025, ISO 9001 environment or regulated laboratory environment
• Ability to effectively plan, manage and oversee the work flow of the chemistry department to ensure on time delivery of results
• Depth of experience in data validation and reporting of results in commercial lab environment.
• Ability to perform tasks in a high-volume production chemistry environment.
• Ability to plan and schedule tasks in a complex laboratory environment to ensure on-time delivery
• Advanced Knowledge of GCMS, HPLC, volatiles analysis, GC-FID, GC-ECD, LC/MSMS, with additional metals analysis and microbiology knowledge preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of chromatographic and spectral analysis instrumentation, maintenance and use
• Ability to interface with service staff and direct personnel to perform required tasks or maintenance on behalf of the company
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication and computer skills
• Ability to read, speak, write, understand and follow English verbal and written instructions
• Experience in hiring and training new laboratory staff of varying skill levels
• Ability to author and revise procedures and document methods
• Experience in method development, validation and implementation.

License/Registration/Certification:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• LCMSMS: 5 years
• Lab Supervision: 5 years

Education:

• Master's

Location:

• Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Required work authorization:

• United States