ICP-MS Chemist Lead

Certified Laboratories Inc•Burbank, CA

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About The Position

Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in – on time, every time – so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries. We have embarked on an important journey to unify and strengthen our culture by living these core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team — including believing in you. We are currently looking for a ICP-MS Lead to join our growing team! JOB SUMMARY The ICP-MS Chemist Lead will be responsible for testing sample utilizing ICP-MS instrumentation and provide leadership to the heavy metals team.

Requirements

BS degree in chemistry
Must have 3-5 years extensive experience with ICP/MS and ICP-OES, including but not limited to maintenance, troubleshooting, and method optimization/development
Demonstrated supervisory/leadership experience leading a team of heavy metals/trace metals chemists or technicians
Strong relevant quantitative skills
High level of computer skills and familiarity with data acquisition software
Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills
High level of computer literacy
Good conceptual basis in analytical chemistry
Proven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniques

Responsibilities

Performs analysis using one or more of the following techniques: ICP-MS or other instrument in a timely fashion maintaining a high level of quality.
Performs non-routine analysis, as required.
Performs preliminary sample preparation, when needed.
Proactively assists in development and validation of methods, as required.
Ability to work with heavy volume.
Successfully participates in proficiency testing.
Participates in relevant ISO QA/QC activities and documentation thereof.
Lead the heavy metals team of chemists.
Reports results for tests.
Prepare standards and maintain their inventory.
Other duties as required.