Environmental Laboratory Scientist

University of Iowa; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 51.000 - 69.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading educational institution is seeking experienced candidates for Environmental Laboratory Specialist or Scientist roles. Responsibilities include analyzing cannabis for chemical contaminants, operating laboratory instruments, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates should hold relevant degrees in chemistry and have experience with analytical chemistry techniques. The role is based in Coralville, IA, with an in-person work schedule.

Qualifikationen

• 5 years of experience in laboratory techniques and method development.
• Proficiency with Windows-based systems.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups.

Aufgaben

• Perform analysis of samples for chemical contaminants.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments.
• Act as primary contact for medical cannabis manufacturers.

Kenntnisse

Analytical instrumentation

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Laboratory techniques

Ausbildung

Master's degree in chemistry or related field

Bachelor of Science in chemistry or related field

Tools

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS)

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

This Professional and Scientific position will be filled as either an Environmental Laboratory Specialist (PHB2-4A) or Environmental Laboratory Scientist (PHB4-6A) based on candidate qualifications. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for, or indicate both.

The State Hygienic Laboratory is seeking an experienced chemist to fill the Environmental Lab Specialist, or Environmental Lab Scientist position for the Analytical Chemistry Testing Programs. This position will perform analysis of samples for chemicals contaminants in cannabis and consumable hemp products. This position will be responsible for method validation and verification, routine sample preparation, sample analysis, data processing and reporting of results for a variety of analyses. This position will be responsible for operating and maintaining instruments, including LC-MS/MS, HPLC, GC-MS and associated equipment to ensure prompt analytical response and minimal turnaround times back to external partners and customers. This position will also act as primary point of contact for medical cannabis manufacturers.

Work Location: Coralville, IA

Work Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm

Work Modality: In-Person, on-site.

To learn more about the department visit the website at SHL UIowa: shl.uiowa.edu

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About Pay and Compensation: Pay Grade: 4A or 6A

Qualifications — Environmental Laboratory Scientist (PHB4-6A)

Education or Equivalency Required:
A Master’s degree in chemistry, or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Qualifications:

• Extensive direct experience (typically 5 years) in appropriate laboratory techniques, including analytical instrumentation and method development/validation.
• Considerable experience with LC-MS/MS and GC-MS.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency with Windows-based systems, computer and digital operations.
• Extensive critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups to achieve organizational goals.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• PhD in chemistry with extensive instrumentation and method development/validation experience.
• Experience with ISO-accredited labs and regulations.
• Identification of unknown chemical samples.
• Method validation and/or method verification.
• Knowledge of controlled substance sample handling procedures.
• Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS).
• Experience analyzing cannabis for chemical contaminants.

Qualifications — Environmental Laboratory Specialist (PHB2-4A)

Education or Equivalency Required:
Bachelor of Science in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Relevant laboratory experience (typically 3 years) and knowledge of analytical chemistry.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with pipetting small volumes and sample preparation.
• Experience with gas chromatography and/or liquid chromatography.
• Experience with mass spectrometry.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups to achieve organizational goals.
• Proficiency with Windows-based systems, computer and digital operations.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• A master\'s degree, or equivalent experience, in a related field is highly desired.
• Experience with mass spectrometry and quantitative/qualitative analysis.
• Experience with controlled substances.
• Method validation and/or method verification.
• Working knowledge and experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS).
• Experience analyzing cannabis for chemical contaminants.

Position and Application Details and Instructions

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: Cover Letter; Resume.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references may be requested later in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent ([e-mail])

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

About the University of Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with various cultural and recreational opportunities.