Laboratory Analyst

PML; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PML seeks an Laboratory Analytical Chemist to apply validated methods using UHPLC, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, GC-MSD, and qPCR. The role focuses on GLP/EH&S compliance, data integrity, and method development in a collaborative team setting.

The candidate will maintain procedures, generate precise data, and continually improve analytical techniques while ensuring quality control and regulatory adherence across all projects.

Qualifications

• Experience operating GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, UHPLC, ICP-MS, and qPCR. Preference for ICP-MS.
• 2–3 years of experience in an analytical chemistry testing laboratory.
• Experience with LIMS and SQL databases.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong QA/QC discipline to ensure accurate results and traceable records.
• Attention to detail in maintaining laboratory records and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with other team members.
• Master’s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, material chemistry or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of plant samples and plant-derived products in a fast-paced laboratory.
• Generate high-quality data and maintain precise laboratory records.
• Ensure analytical instruments are properly maintained and calibrated per internal procedures.
• Develop and improve analytical techniques; research and apply new methods to stay current with target analytes.
• Communicate and present data summaries and laboratory needs.
• Update and write SOPs.
• Independently analyze and troubleshoot instrument/method issues.
• Maintain an organized laboratory and comply with QA/QC systems and regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Team collaboration

QA/QC

Education

Master’s degree in chemistry/analytical chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS/MS

UHPLC

ICP-MS

qPCR

Job description

Job Description

Laboratory Analytical Chemist Job Responsibilities

The Analytical Chemist will be involved in the application of validated methods in modern
analytical techniques, including UHPLC, Triple Quadrupole LC-, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, GC-MSD,
and qPCR to provide consistently accurate and timely results. The successful candidate will be
responsible for maintaining procedures in cGLP and adhering to EH&S guidelines to help
assure a high level of laboratory quality control and management systems. The position would
further require the continual improvement and development of analytical methods in
collaboration with other team members.

Laboratory Analytical Chemist Job Duties

• Perform analytical testing of plant samples and plant -derived products within a fast-paced
  testing laboratory environment.
• Generate high-quality data and continually maintain precise laboratory records.
• Assure analytical instruments are properly maintained and calibrated according to internal
  procedures.
• Develop and improve analytical techniques, in addition to research and apply new methods
  to stay current with the testing of the target analytes.
• Effectively communicate and present data summaries and laboratory operational needs.
• Update and effectively write SOPs.
• Independently analyze and troubleshoot problems with analytical instruments and methods.
• Maintain an organized and clean laboratory environment and adhere to all internal quality
  control systems and regulatory compliance guidelines.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Experience in the operation of one or more analytical instruments including GC-MS, LCMS/
  MS, UHPLC, ICP-MS, and qPCR. Preference given to experience with the ICP-MS.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in an analytical chemistry testing laboratory.
• Experience in various LIMS and SQL databases.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Responsible and conscientious in maintaining QA and QC systems to assure accurate
• results reported.
• Attention to detail in maintaining laboratory records and analytical procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with other team members.
• Master’s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, material chemistry or other
• related fields.

Company Description

PML's mission is to adopt best practices in testing, provide unrivaled customer service and accurate results at an affordable price, be fully compliant with all state and local municipalities, and be on the cutting edge in the industry.