Chemist I-Chemistry Lab

MegaFood, a Certified B Corporation and 1% for the Planet member, leverages 50+ years of scientific experience to thoughtfully craft quality supplements made with real food & nutrients that your body knows how to absorb. Since our founding in 1973, MegaFood has been committed to providing people safe, high quality supplements and takes food safety and quality seriously. MegaFood products are tested for 150+ pesticides are NSF GMP certified and are made without the top 9 food allergens (milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish, and sesame.) MegaFood is also Certified Plastic Neutral through its partnership with rePurpose Global and has enabled recovery of over 740,000 pounds of nature-bound plastic since it became certified in 2023. com or follow @megafood on Instagram, @realmegafood on TikTok and @MegaFood on LinkedIn.

This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

The Chemist supports the qualitative and quantitative analysis of food and dietary supplement ingredients and products.

Once qualified, routinely tests raw materials, bulk, and finished products.

Prepares chemical reagents needed to perform routine testing.

Performs instrumental analytical testing techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and HPTLC

Performs chemical testing techniques such as titration, pH, and allergen ELISA.

Performs physical testing techniques such as moisture and water activity.

Reviews/issues manufacturing paperwork, analytical department paperwork (data review, SOP updates, etc.), and may be asked to work on other documentation projects and tasks as directed.

Aids with chemical tracking and disposal.

Cleans and maintains lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment

Maintains accurate, legible, and timely records of analytical and physical testing, both manually and with the use of a computer.

Recognizes aberrant data, communicates issues to lab management in a timely manner, and troubleshoots equipment and testing issues.

Supports training new hires.

Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience in chemistry or a related field Required

1-3 years related experience Minimum of 3 years laboratory experience Required

Experience with HPLC, ICP, and HPTLC Preferred

Advanced knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, procedures, and instrumentation used in an analytical chemistry laboratory.

Ability to use a computer required, including familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, email and database applications.

Travel
These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

National Target Base Pay Range: $53,000.00 - $88,000.00

For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $59,000.00 - $98,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas.

Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications and job-related skills. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.

Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.

Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity, to meet the needs of our business. Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime.

MegaFood is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging. The collective sum of our individual differences, knowledge, life experiences, and unique talents, represents a significant part of our culture and is the foundation for our accomplishments and impact.

MegaFood also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.

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