QA Laboratory Analyst I or II

State of Oklahoma•Oklahoma City, OK

6d•$67,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) is seeking a full-time QA Laboratory I or II. This is a state position governed by the Civil Service Rules, in state government located in Oklahoma City, OK. OMMA offers a comprehensive benefits packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. The annual salary for this position is $67,000 to $72,000 based on education and experience. Every position at OMMA brings an opportunity to build out new policies and procedures using innovative and creative problem-solving. With any opportunity, challenges rear their heads. Candidates must be willing to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle challenges in order to succeed at OMMA. We are an agency that will not settle for status quo or complacency. Candidates must be willing to work hard to help OMMA be the best at what we are entrusted to do. If this sounds like a challenge you are willing to take on, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Requirements

Level I: bachelor’s degree in biological or physical science, or a closely related field.
Level II: master’s degree in biological or physical sciences, or a closely related field; OR a bachelor’s degree in biological or physical sciences, or a closely related field, plus two years of experience performing clinical analytical and/or environmental laboratory testing.
Knowledge of basic principles and practical applications of chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology and/or related laboratory specialties; and of the hazards of laboratory activities and related safety practices.
Ability to perform basic microbiological, immunological, molecular and/or biochemical techniques; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to follow instructions and to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of modern laboratory analysis techniques of chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology and/or related laboratory specialties; and of principles of laboratory quality control.
Ability to interpret laboratory tests, in context of controls and calibrators; to assess acceptability of specimens/samples for testing; to operate analytical equipment; to perform minor troubleshooting of test methods; and to review the work related to testing performed by other laboratory staff.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience utilizing a laboratory information management system
Two years of experience with Gas and/or liquid chromatography, microbiology or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrophotometer.

Responsibilities

Performs testing in chemistry and/or microbiology of varying complexity using standard procedures on cannabis samples for the purpose of providing information for quality assurance of the industry.
Performs internal and external quality control testing and required calibrations.
Evaluates calibration and quality control analysis for accuracy and precision.
Evaluates sample suitability.
Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
Reviews data and information from various sources for adherence to OMMA rules and regulation related to laboratory testing and licensed testing laboratories.
Provides analysis of Medical Marijuana and Medical Marijuana Product testing compliance data and technical information, identifies potential problems, offers advice, and provides solutions; seeks clarification of issues and provides feedback; makes recommendations to OMMA Science department leadership team.
Communicates any issues to the QA Director and QA Manager.
Other duties as assigned.