Analyst I at Encore Labs LLC – Pasadena, California

About the company

Encore Labs is a licensed and ISO 17205 accredited cannabis testing laboratory, offering full-service testing aimed at guaranteeing the quality and compliance standards of all cannabis products. At Encore, we strive to improve our scientific innovation in both laboratory efficiency and research & development.

Job Summary

Encore Labs is looking for a pesticides analytical chemist who has a strong background in analytical chemistry and worked in previous laboratory environments, preferably in the cannabis testing environment or food testing environment. Candidate will need to be familiarized with instrumentation such as LCMS and other industry related equipment for cannabis sample testing for pesticide analysis.

General Duties:

Perform required analyses for the pesticides department using LCMS/MS and assisting in day-to-day operational aspects and testing procedures.

Aid in set up, calibration and troubleshooting instruments.

Monitoring performance data and the validity of the analyses for the laboratory.

Ensure and work under frameworks of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ISO 17025

Provide and establish all proper documentation for best laboratory testing practices & update, as necessary.

Analyze data via LIMS software for trends to create research reports.

Flexibility, preparedness to adjust to rapidly developing priorities and carry multiple responsibilities in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

Laboratory instrumentation experience (3-5+ years) with Agilent, Waters, Shimadzu etc.

Cannabis sample processing and testing preferred or food safety/environmental lab background.

Experience in Analytical Chemistry

Bachelors in the Sciences (preferably Biological Science, Horticulture, Organic Chemistry); Master’s Degree's a plus

Experience in HPLC a plus

Experience in GC-MS a plus

Experience in ICP-MS a plus
Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age

A bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university, plus at least 2 years of full-time practical experience; or

A bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university, plus at least 2 years of full-time practical experience

Experience in a regulated environment (ISO 17025, GLP, or GMP)

Experience working in the cannabis industry preferred

Experience with LIMS

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Comfort and ability to work autonomously or with minimal guidance

Effective communication and people skills

Benefits/Compensation

401(k)

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Life Insurance

Paid time off, Holidays, Sick pay

Physical Setting

Laboratory

Schedule
9:30am - 6:00pm
Monday to Friday ; with weekend availability