Cannabis Lab Analyst: Precision Testing & Instrumentation

Sowela; Waseca (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

FINA Labs in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Laboratory Analyst to support our regulated cannabis testing workflow. You will perform sample preparation and operate analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS and PCR systems.

Responsibilities include preparing cannabis samples, reagents, standards and dilutions, documenting work in the LIMS, maintaining clean lab spaces, and communicating with the team. Background screening and 21+ are required; 2 years lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with regulated lab environments is preferred.
• Ability to accurately follow SOPs and document results.

Responsibilities

• Preparing cannabis samples, reagents, standards, and dilutions following established SOPs.
• Operating and assisting with analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS, and PCR systems.
• Accurately weighing, aliquoting, digesting, extracting, and homogenizing samples.
• Documenting all work in the LIMS system and maintaining proper chain-of-custody.
• Frequently working in Microsoft Excel for data entry, calculations, and daily reporting.
• Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Occasional work with solvents, acids, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals using proper PPE and fume hoods.
• Maintaining clean, safe, and organized laboratory workspaces at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Communication

SOP adherence

LIMS proficiency

Tools

HPLC

GC-MS

LC-MS

ICP-MS

PCR systems

Job description

FINA Labs in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Laboratory Analyst to support our regulated cannabis testing workflow. You will perform sample preparation and operate analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS and PCR systems.

Responsibilities include preparing cannabis samples, reagents, standards and dilutions, documenting work in the LIMS, maintaining clean lab spaces, and communicating with the team. Background screening and 21+ are required; 2 years lab experience preferred.