Lab Technologist

Job Opportunity

Nova Analytic Labs is seeking a highly motivated entry level scientist to join our cannabis testing laboratory, located in Portland, ME. The testing Nova Analytic Labs will perform is critical to the health and safety of recreational and medicinal cannabis and hemp products. Nova Analytic Labs will provide the highest quality and safety in testing to the community by combining advanced technology and innovative scientific methods. As a startup, we are particularly interested in individuals with well-rounded capabilities and an eager appetite to grow and build a successful enterprise. This is an entry level job opportunity to assist with daily lab tasks, sample pickup, sample receipt, and testing. On the job training will be provided and the opportunity to grow into more experienced roles is highly encouraged. The ideal candidate will have a scientific background and an eye for continuous improvement. Flexibility and dedication are a must. The Lab Technologist I works directly under Lab Manager and ensures all samples are received, extracted, analyzed and reported in compliance with company policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. After a probationary period this position may move to 4 ten hour shifts per week instead of 5 eight hour shifts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for day to day pickup, receipt and analysis of samples
• Responsible for solution prep and tracking
• Responsible for maintaining equipment logs and maintenance
• Perform extractions and prepare samples for analysis on LC/MS, GC/MS and ICP/MS
• Responsible for data entry of samples in the lab
• Responsible for understanding and following all necessary SOPs
• Produce quality, mistake-free work in the lab
• Ensures resolution of errors before results are released to clients
• Continuously seeks out new and better ideas, driving best practices
• Ensure samples are received, requisitioned and extracted in a manner that is compliant with SOPs
• Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in a science-related field OR an associate's degree and 1 year of experience in a high complexity laboratory, food testing lab, or environmental testing lab.

Benefits:

• Health care with vision & dental. Profit share 3-5 weeks PTO