Thiol Laboratory Chemist

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Thiol Lab Chemist’s primary function is Terpene and Thiol analysis on different types of Hop products in support of production, Agronomy R&D,   and Production R&D. The Thiol Lab Chemist will perform accurate lab analysis and report results in a timely, professional manner internally and for customers. The Thiol Lab Chemist will be well-versed in lab procedures and instrumental analysis, meeting Hopsteiner’s high-quality hop product manufacturing standards. The Thiol Lab Chemist will also participate in method development with the various departments. 

• Operate the lab instrumentation (GC-MS/MS with SCD detector), experience preferred.
• Method Development
• Maintain the Instruments and maintain calibration and associated standards.
• Keep lab chemicals, gases, and standard supplies filled and maintain inventory.
• Wash glassware and store glassware away each day.
• Clean the lab and empty chemical waste containers.
• Enter sample descriptions and results into the lab database.
• Prepare reports from lab data and route to appropriate persons and file records in a timely manner.
• Prepare and give presentations as needed.
• Understand the OSHA Safety/Health Plan.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Assist with general lab support as needed. 

Requirements

Experience, Education, and Licensure/Certification Requirements: 

• Advanced degree in Chemistry
• Laboratory experience in educational coursework and/or employment preferred. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Computer literacy required.
• Must be comfortable working in a laboratory environment performing experiments, testing, and handling chemicals.
• Must work well with others as well as work independently.
• Must be self-motivating, innovative, and provide technical expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistently, meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.