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POSITION PROFILE

Organization: BeaconPoint Labs

Position: Analytical Chemist

Location: Kannapolis, NC

Company Overview
Simply put, food data is inaccurate, incomplete, and outdated. BeaconPoint is at the forefront of the food revolution creating the tools that will bring food and beverage data into the 21st century. We are relentlessly pursuing the potential of analytical science to help the world make better decisions and help improve the health and well-being of everyone. Our mission is to power the next food revolution through innovative testing methods and state of the art equipment to create accurate and complete nutritional profiles for every food.

We believe everyone has a right to know precisely what’s in their food. So, our scientists take a consultative approach with our clients, employing cutting-edge test methods and technology to deliver the most complete, accurate and transparent nutritional profiles.

The company is providing tools for the most complete and accurate food and nutrition data available to date. Today’s consumers expect this information on what they eat and drink.

Join us to help power the next food revolution!

The Position

BeaconPoint currently has an opening for an experienced Chemist to join us on our important mission to deliver the most accurate and comprehensive nutrition data ever created by leveraging cutting-edge test methods to perform a variety of analyses in the daily operation and maintenance of a state-of-the-art food analysis laboratory.

These functions may include sample preparation, method development, optimization, validation and analysis on instruments such as UHPLC, LC-MS, and others. As your key job function, you will be developing SOP’s, testing samples using established SOP’s, and supporting development of new methods for testing food and beverage / supplement samples for various nutritional analyses such as vitamins, amino acids, phytonutrients, etc.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for independently performing sample preparation, testing and recording laboratory data according to the company’s policies and procedures. You will be expected to generate accurate test results in a timeframe consistent with client expectations. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Helping the lab leadership drive scientific and operational excellence in analysis through relentless focus on accuracy of results, data accuracy and efficiency.
• Understanding and practicing the Good Laboratory Practices and accurate and traceable record keeping.
• Independently performing efficiently at each step along the flow of samples, e.g., sample reception, retention & disposal, sample preparation including extraction & homogenization, sample analysis, and data reporting.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining equipment such as spectrophotometer, pH meters, microwave digestors, UHPLC, LC-MS, GC, ICP-MS, etc.
• Understanding customer test requirements and reviewing results under the guidance of lab manager/director or other scientific and quality control leadership in the lab.
• Executing testing methods exactly as defined by the SOPs in place. Becoming familiar with reagents, controls, and other general lab procedures.
• Proactively making your supervisor / lab leadership aware of any problems with equipment or test supplies and methods.
• Promptly working with your supervisor to address any nonconformance with the company’s safety and compliance policies.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Chemistry or related field. Graduate degree preferred.
• Previous food analysis lab experience is preferred.
• Scientific publication experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years of hand's on experience with instrumentation such as UHPLC, LC-MS, GC, ICP-MS.
• Experience with analyses such as Protein, Fat, Moisture, Fiber, Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Minerals, etc. is preferred.
• Strong written communication skills and report writing experience.

Compensation and Benefits

A compelling compensation and benefits package will be outlined for the selected candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have two or more years of hands-on experience with one or more of the following analytical instruments: HPLC, LC-MS, GC, ICP, or ICP/MS?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Food Analysis: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person