Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Are you looking for a job that's both challenging and fun? NJ Cannalytics is looking for a candidate that seeks a challenging Microbiology Laboratory Technician position in the exciting and ever-evolving medical cannabis industry. The successful candidate will be reliable, exhibit strong attention to detail and thrive in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS, must:

• Have a valid driver’s license and high school diploma or equivalent.
• 21+ years old and subject to applicable employment requirements for the state of New Jersey for cannabis businesses including criminal background check.
• 2 years of relevant, professional (non-academic) laboratory experience or 1 year of laboratory experience plus a skills assessment.

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The micro lab technician is responsible and accountable for the testing, quality control, and tracking of cannabis samples for microbiological assays – TAMC, TYMC, Total Coliforms, E.coli, Salmonella, STEC, and L. monocytogenes – utilizing traditional growth plate techniques and qPCR. Additionally, this position will focus on testing fresh tissue samples for plant pathogens utilizing qPCR technology.
• Ensuring the safe, accurate, and timely testing of cannabis products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Proficiently utilize Microsoft Word and Excel, and other laboratory information management systems.
• Work in a timely manner, while striving to improve quality and maintain accuracy during all laboratory activities.
• Follow organizational policies and procedures for laboratory operations and comply with all state-specified rules and regulations for cannabis licenses, cannabis transport and cannabis testing, as applicable.
• Responsible for accurate measurements and documentation of all cannabis and cannabis materials, including sample weights/volumes, compliant cannabis tracking and destruction, and completion of supporting laboratory documentation.
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) for the completion of laboratory logs, forms, worksheets, or other documentation.
• Maintain laboratory reagent and supply inventory, including compliant documentation.
• Assists with the performance of sample intake and accessioning, and non-analytical test methods (foreign material, water activity, moisture content, etc.), as needed.
• Participate in and endeavor to complete training and be determined competent for assigned test methodologies including the following steps: a. Sample collection, intake and homogeneity. b. Sample preparation across all applicable matrices. c. Reagent preparation, including safe handling, storage and disposal. d. Sample loading and initial data analysis performed under the technical supervision of a Laboratory Chemist. e. Daily performance checks of applicable analytical equipment and method test parameters. f. Regular instrument cleaning and preventative maintenance for applicable analytical equipment. g. Basic troubleshooting of testing methodologies including all items listed within this sub-section.
• For test methods the employee has been trained and determined competent for: a. Independently prepare samples using aseptic techniques, including compliant documentation and necessary updates to laboratory workflow. b. Independently prepare reagents, solutions, and substrates for the equipment necessary for testing, including compliant documentation and necessary updates to laboratory workflow. c. Perform initial data analysis under the technical supervision of a Laboratory Chemist or Microbiologist. d. Assist in equipment and method validations or verifications, including compliant documentation and necessary updates to laboratory workflow. e. Successful completion of proficiency testing samples, completed as part of ongoing competency within the test method.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned by Management, which may include cannabis sampling and transport.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a production laboratory environment and requires use of personal protection equipment to limit exposure to chemicals or other hazards found within a laboratory environment.
• Work environment is fast-paced and will require frequent pivoting and multitasking, as well as the reprioritization of tasks based on demand/urgency.
• The work environment may expose employee to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
• Per state requirements for this industry, the facility is secured by user-specific access and is surveillance by cameras located throughout the laboratory except in restrooms.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and use hands.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Visual requirements to include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK HOURS:

• Wednesday – Sunday (training and competency determined on a Monday-Friday schedule)
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Wednesday-Sunday
• 8-9 hour shifts
• Overtime available

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $22-24 / hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Education:

• High school or equivalent (required)
• BS in a natural science (preferred)
• Laboratory: 1 year (required)
• Microbiology in a high-volume laboratory setting: 2 years (preferred)
• Growth plate and/or qPCR: 2 years (preferred)
• Cannabis: 1 year (preferred)

Experience:

Please note candidates must comply with New Jersey regulatory employment requirements for cannabis.

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