Lab Technician (Food Science/Nutrition Science)
Estimated Pay | $29 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Columbus, Ohio |
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About this job
Job Description
· Lab analyst for nutrient analysis of infant, adult, and medical nutritional products.
· The primary functions of this position are performance of analytical testing on ingredients and finished product as prescribed in various procedures, while assuring quality standards are met.
· This position requires producing high quality results while operating within the constraints of safety and laboratory policies.
· Potential opportunity to assist with validation projects.
Responsibility
· Prepare, analyze, and process nutrient testing on research samples.
· Compare results to predetermined specifications, ensure analytical records are complete, accurate, and in compliance.
· Maintain good laboratory practices.
· Perform accurate and precise testing according to laboratory methods.
· Responsible for keeping up to date with sample due dates and sample backlogs.
· Operate various types of analytical instrumentation.
· Perform wet chemistry testing.
· Investigate method deviations and atypical results.
· Ensure compliance, overall data integrity, and adherence to SOPs, safety, and in-house regulations.
Competencies
· Ability to work well with others by sharing laboratory equipment and space
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Strong drive for results
· Understanding of good laboratory documentation practices
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, Nutrition or other related fields preferred.
· Associate degree in life science with 2 years of applicable experience acceptable
· Experience with wet chemistry techniques in a laboratory setting preferred
· Proficient in MS Word and Excel a plus