Chemist 2 for LC or GC

OMIC USA; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

OMIC USA INC. in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Chemist 2 to join our Residue Chemistry Laboratory. The role supports GC, LC, and MS-based analyses, develops methods, and ensures compliant results.

The candidate will work with multiple vendors and contribute to continuous improvement of extraction and analytical processes. Responsibilities include data handling in LIMS, maintaining standards, and potential involvement in method development for pesticides and residues in food matrices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with GCMS, GCMSMS, LCMS, and/or LCMSMS instrumentation and data analysis.
• Experience in analytical method development focusing on MS/MS parameters.
• Experience with listed software platforms for data acquisition and review.

Responsibilities

• Operate GC/LC instrumentation with MS detection.
• Interpret and report test results including QA/QC data.
• Develop and validate methods and contribute to SOPs and documentation.
• Enter data into LIMS and maintain reference materials.
• Support and train Chemist 1 and assist Group Leader as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related hard science

Tools

GCMS

GCMSMS

LCMS

MassHunter

OpenLAB CDS

Analyst

MultiQuant

OS

Waters Acquity

Job description

Description

ABOUT OMIC USA INC.

We are an international full-service ISO/IEC 17025 accredited analytical testing laboratory dedicated to advancing global food health and safety. Headquartered and located in Portland, Oregon’s NW Industrial District, we have provided independent laboratory and inspection services to the global food supply and agricultural industries for more than 30 years.

We are seeking motivated and skilled Chemist 2s (Analytical Chemists) to join our growing laboratory team. This posting may be used to fill opening positions across two of our analytical departments: Gas Chromatography and Liquid Chromatography. Applicants will be reviewed for all available Chemist 2 roles and final placement will be based upon a candidate’s technical background, experience, and best departmental fit. If you are looking to become part of a rewarding collaborative analytical laboratory environment, we encourage you to apply.

MISSION OF THE ROLE

Chemist 2 performs an essential role in the Residue Chemistry Laboratory by providing analytical services and results accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner to clients through (1) analyzing samples by GC, LC, or other instrumentation using conventional, MS, MSMS, and other analytical detection techniques, (2) stabilizing extraction and analytical processes through developing and proposing process improvements, and (3) contributing to further innovation to achieve the Company’s mission and objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating analytical instrumentation, chromatographic and other, such as a GC or LC that is equipped with conventional, MS, and MSMS detection.
• Utilizing multiple vendor acquisition and quantitative analysis software packages to evaluate, interpret, and report test results, including QA/QC data. Vendors could include, Agilent, SCIEX, Waters, and others.
• Independently performing analysis for simple and complex test methods for routine and non-routine samples and matrix types. Issues with complex analyses are discussed with and potential solutions proposed to the Group Leader.
• Ensuring that samples are extracted and analyzed in accordance with registered and in-house validated methods.
• Entering data into the LIMS for the tests performed and is responsible for the results.
• Ensuring that reference materials and working standards are maintained and documented according to relevant regulated documents and SOPs.
• Performing responsibilities and duties of Chemist 1 (Extraction Chemist); this may include extractions, as needed, assigned, and directed by the Group Leader.
• Troubleshooting analytical procedures and performing routine and preventative maintenance, verification, and calibration of chromatographic and other analytical instrumentation in accordance with documented procedures.
• Developing and updating controlled documents and SOPs, ensuring that current versions are up to date and are available to other Chemists.
• As directed by Group Leader, may perform secondary review on data packages submitted by other Chemists for quality, accuracy, consistency, and completeness ensuring proper procedures are followed for ISO17025 compliance.
• Participating in special analytical projects, as directed by Group Leader.
• Developing improved and/or new methodology using published sources and finalizing supporting data which is verified by Chemist 3 or Group Leader.
• Participating in internal/external trainings, professional, and technical meetings for obtaining latest market insights, new technologies and techniques, and networking.
• Supporting and providing assignments for Chemist 1.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Chemistry or related hard science from a four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience with GCMS, GCMSMS, LCMS, and/or LCMSMS instrumentation; routinely creating and running analytical sequences, performing primary data analysis, interpretation, and review, as well as compiling and submitting finalized data package deliverables in a commercial high-throughput laboratory environment.
• 3+ years of experience in analytical method development with an emphasis on optimization of MS and MSMS instrumentation and data acquisition parameters.
• 3+ years of experience working with one or more of the following software platforms: Agilent MassHunter, Agilent OpenLAB CDS, SCIEX Analyst, SCIEX MultiQuant, SCIEX OS, and Waters Acquity.
• 3+ years of experience routinely analyzing, which includes screening, interpretation, quantitation, and reporting, of large-scale pesticide or other analyte panels (> 100 compounds per sample).
• Experience working in an ISO17025 accredited laboratory environment.
• Proficient hands‑on experience and expertise in employing the QuEChERS extraction technique, along with processing and analyzing the resulting data.
• At least 1 year of experience with sample processing and extraction and isolation method development, particularly for pesticides, process contaminants, and other residuals in food matrices.
• Familiarity with the fast‑paced commercial laboratory business environment.
• Experience working in international businesses.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Able to gather and communicate technical information clearly, both orally and through writing, with respect to analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High Emotional Intelligence.
• Good cultural awareness and ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Experienced user of MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

On the job training in company operating systems (e.g. LIMS), maintenance and operation of laboratory extraction and analytical equipment, and passing the Initial Demonstration of Competency (IDOC) for laboratory procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role has no direct supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, an employee is regularly required to be able to hear and understand instructions and handle items involving repetitive hand and wrist movement. An employee may regularly lift or move items of 20 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

An employee regularly uses laboratory extraction and analytical equipment. Appropriate PPE is provided by the company, and its use required, to minimize exposure to hazardous chemicals, reagents, and solvents during their routine use. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.