Chemist (Albany, GA)

JLA International, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Chemist at a facility in Albany, GA.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field required

Previous laboratory experience preferred.

Knowledge/ Skills:

Previous experience in a university, food manufacturing or other analytical laboratory

Demonstrated knowledge and application of standard analytical methods and “learning edge” methods including, but not limited to chemical analyses of foods, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography

Strong in chemistry, math, statistics, general analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate across and within functions that represent diverse viewpoints, work through various personality types to accomplish a task

Tenacious in finding solutions

Ability to multi-task and prioritize with limited supervision

Strong written and oral communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent project management skills

Job Overview

Ensure that proper analytical methods are conducted on the appropriate sample

Set up, calibrate and operate instruments in accordance with JLAI methods and SOPs

Maintain quality control records and procedures for each test

Prepare standards/ reagents that are needed for the procedure

Utilize various instruments such as HPLC and GC

Maintain laboratory instruments and equipment and make any minor repairs that are necessary

Perform daily maintenance and troubleshooting of chromatographic and analytical equipment utilized for analysis

Enter results of analyses into a LIMS computer database system

Conduct all analyses responsibly, following all safety procedures to protect all employees and the site

Research and validate methodologies and conduct internal validation studies

Provide technical support to the chemistry team

Other

It may be necessary to stand for long periods of time, up to 4 hours

The Analyst may train other personnel, as authorized by the Lab Manager

The Analyst will interact with customers, as authorized by the Lab Manager

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate to severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

To apply for this position please access the company's job posting at: https://apps.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#60072651e379191017a7db21

After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single(1) PDF.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

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