Scientist / Senior Technician

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Job description

At-a-Glance:

Are you ready to build your career by joining an international food and beverage company? If so, our client is hiring a Scientist / Senior Technician!

What You'll Do:

Perform biopolymers associated compounds analysis, including dietary fiber, beta-glucan, protein, and oil etc. testing for R&D and operation groups.

Primary responsibility is to accurately determine dietary fiber and/or beta-glucan content of targeted analytes by established sample preparation processes, standardized methods, routine equipment operations, data collection and interpretations.

Additional responsibilities include instrument trouble-shooting, recording and reporting data into a laboratory information management system.

Coordinate with test requestors & mangers to effectively prioritize tasks.

Prepare and maintain chemicals, solutions, and equipment as needed for the performance of analyses.

Process submitted samples into forms ready for analysis (i.e., milling).

Follow standard operating procedures to determine dietary fiber and beta-glucan contents as well as protein, ash, fat and moisture.

Document all testing data in appropriate online system/programs and communicate results in an accurate and timely manner.

Organize and purge samples on a regular basis.

Follow Good Lab Practices (GLP) and established processes to secure laboratory safety, instrument performance as well as data quality.

Assist managers in the smooth running of the lab (i.e. lab safety audit).

What You'll Bring:

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, food science, material science, or related discipline with 2+ years' experience in a laboratory environment.

Master's degree is preferred.

HPLC or IC operation experience is preferred.

Basic understanding of food nutrients such as fiber, beta-glucan, protein and oil.

Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver accurate results to needed timelines.

Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and familiarity with Microsoft 365 such as Microsoft Excel and Words.

Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to new ways of working, especially data recording platforms (i.e. LabVantage).

Experience with Good Lab Practices and excellent understanding of hazardous chemicals to secure laboratory safety.

Strong organizational skills, with an ability to keep neat, orderly, and complete records.

Position Type: Contract

Get in Touch:

We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Rishaw at (phone number removed) to learn more.

Who We Are:

Since 1986, Hired by Matrix, Inc., has improved our candidates' lives with exciting job opportunities that provide outstanding career advancement. Hired by Matrix offers our contract professionals competitive salaries, benefits after 60 days, and a 401k option with a company match after one year. Hired by Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be certified as both a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise and a Woman-Owned Small Business.

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