Cannabis & Food Analysis Technical Lead

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The State Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa seeks an experienced scientist to support the Chemical Threat, Cannabis, and Food Testing Programs. You will perform analyses, prepare samples, operate LC-MS/MS, HPLC, GC-MS, and report results to external partners.

Responsibilities include method development, data interpretation, instrument maintenance, and outreach/training to first responder organizations; frequent travel and on-site work are required in Iowa City.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry or closely related field required.
• Typically 5 years of laboratory experience with analytical instrumentation.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS or GC-MS.
• Strong communication and data reporting skills.
• Ability to travel and respond to emergencies.

Responsabilités

• Perform analysis on samples for chemical threats and contaminants across matrices.
• Prepare samples, run LC-MS/MS, HPLC, GC-MS, and maintain instruments.
• Process data and report results to partners and customers.
• Develop methods and provide outreach/training to first responder groups.

Connaissances

Analytical instrumentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Windows OS proficiency

Formation

Master’s degree in chemistry or related field

PhD in chemistry (desirable)

Outils

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

Description du poste

The State Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa seeks an experienced scientist to support the Chemical Threat, Cannabis, and Food Testing Programs. You will perform analyses, prepare samples, operate LC-MS/MS, HPLC, GC-MS, and report results to external partners.

Responsibilities include method development, data interpretation, instrument maintenance, and outreach/training to first responder organizations; frequent travel and on-site work are required in Iowa City.