Chemist 3

Chemist 3

Salt Lake City

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Chemist 3 in 1945 Fremont Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84104 USA. Your mission will be to:

• Performs high end analyses with instrumentation (GCMS, LCMS, HS-LCMS, etc.) autonomously

• Utilize various instruments such as LCMS, GCMS, HPLC, ICP, ICPMS, and GC to determine concentration of desired balances in the food sample.

• This position has the responsibilities and authority to identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document such observation accordance with the prescribed complaint system.

• Provide guidance to departmental personnel on analysis procedures and correct preparation of sample.

• Read, calculate and record analysis data to produce a report for the client. Responsible for correcting any discrepancies that occur.

• Evaluate current methods and recommend modifications to laboratory personnel and management as new procedures become available. Educate and train technicians on correct procedures and new analysis methods.

• This position has the responsibility and authority to initiate action to prevent or minimize departures from the quality system or test procedures.

• Able to perform method validations and verifications without input from supervisor.

• Able to perform CCNCs, RCA, etc.

• Communicate procedural and operational difficulties and delays to client service personnel as required.

• Provide courteous client service and communicate any emerging client requirements to the laboratory as needed.

• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities.

• Prepare materials and sample for analysis and perform sample analysis.

• Prepare standards or reagents that are needed for the analysis procedure.

• Maintain laboratory instruments in working order and make any minor repairs that are necessary.

• May work autonomously to lead specialized projects and support specific or unique client requests.

• May include review of data and approval of results.

• Must keep up-to-date with assigned training.

• Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system.

YOUR PROFILE

Basic knowledge of food science is helpful to analyze the chemical content of sample. A broad knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment. Bachelors degree and 5-7 years relevant work experience, or Masters degree and 1-2 years relevant work experience

Required skills: Five plus years experience in Chemistry lab environment, or equivalent Chemistry degree. This position requires an advanced knowledge of chemistry to perform analyses, obtain correct results and interpret data. An advanced knowledge of instrumentation and theory including, but not limited to, HPLC, GC, and ICP is helpful

Work Environment: The incumbent works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory. Safety equipment of gloves, laboratory coat and eyeglasses may need to be worn depending on the testing process. The incumbent may use the autoclave daily to complete the analysis process. Continuous lifting of analysis materials weighing up to 50 pounds are necessary to transport media materials. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in shades of colors

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WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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