Laboratory Assistant - Pasadena, United States - Encore Labs LLC

Description

Job Summary

The Laboratory Assistant I will assist lead Lab Assistants, Technicians & Analysts with sample preparation for cannabis testing attributes for all types of cannabis samples for the following testing methods: microbials, pesticides, potency, heavy metals, residual solvents, etc.

They will also help with any lab duties that may include but not limited to:
cleaning lab glassware, inventory management, assisting with lab samples status checks and general administrative lab duties.


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.


General Duties

• Sample preparation for cannabis goods for all testing categories
• Properly record data to LIMS system
• Maintain a clean work environment; assist in cleaning lab glassware and tools
• Validating lab equipment daily and calibrate as needed.
• Monitor inventory; assist in ordering lab supplies, standards, solvents
• Ensure and work under frameworks of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ISO 1702
• Assist lead lab personnel with related administrative duties
• Flexibility, preparedness to adjust to rapidly developing priorities and carry multiple responsibilities in a startup environment
• Assist in Sample Receiving by ensuring all samples are labeled correctly

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Bachelor's degree in the Sciences (Biological Science, Organic Chemistry, Microbiology is ideal, or currently pursuing Bachelors in sciences with some experience in Laboratory environment though work experience or education.
• Cannabis sample processing and testing or food safety/environmental lab background are strongly preferred
• Background working environment in ISO 17025 laboratory a plus
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Comfort and ability to work autonomously or with mínimal guidance
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail

Physical Setting

• Laboratory

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Work Location

• One location: Pasadena, CA

Work Remotely

• No
• Encore Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status or disability._

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Pay:
$ $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you 21+ years of age?

Work Location:
In person