Laboratory Technician

Responsible for sampling and analyzing nutritional supplement raw materials and finished products by HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography) and UPLC/MS (Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry).

Research, develop, optimize, and validate new methods of sample preparation and analysis.

Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of the instruments.

Other duties include using techniques such as IR (Infrared) spectroscopy, wet chemistry, stability testing, and microbiological screening.

Provide accurate, precise and timely reporting of results.

Aid in the general flow of lab procedures.

Maintain familiarity and conformity with laboratory and company SOP’s including safety policies.

Perform additional responsibilities, including special projects, as requested or assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
*BS degree in Chemistry with at least one year of LC/MS work experience preferred.

*UPLC/MS experience a plus.

*Additional LC/MS work experience may be substituted for education.

*Two to four years experience in the sampling and analysis of nutritional supplement raw material and finished products or similar laboratory experience.

*Knowledge of the theory and practical application of HPLC and LC/MS (including sample preparation).

*Ability to research, develop, optimize, and validate new methods of analysis.

*Must be able to evaluate analytical results and note trends in data. Skill with IR, wet chemistry, stability testing, AA, and microbiology a plus.

*Candidates must either be a U.S. Citizen or hold a valid Green Card to be considered, no exceptions. Please do not apply unless you meet these requirements.

*Must be able to pass a drug screen

*It is our strict company policy that all communication is strictly confidential, without exceptions.