QC Lab Analytical Chemist

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. 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.

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.

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); 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.

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

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.
• 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.
• Able to gather and communicate technical information clearly, both orally and through writing, with respect to analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High Emotional Intelligence.
• 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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.