Associate Laboratory Director

Responsibilities:

• Promote a lab environment of support, development, engagement, and high productivity. This includes, but is not limited to coaching, ensuring productivity, and cross-training.
• Partner with the Lab Director to ensure the financial health of the laboratory. This includes assisting with the management of expenses related to all operational activities, such as
• equipment, labor, and supplies and monitoring laboratory performance by measuring, monitoring, and managing company KPI targets.
• When called upon by the Lab Director and during the Lab Director’s absences, manage lab operations, including production, process evaluation, and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory policies and procedures, state regulations, and ISO-17025 quality management system.
• Drive a strong customer service culture while adhering to the highest ethical and safety standards.
• Maintain analytical equipment (i.e. HPLC, GC-MSMS, LCMSMS, ICP-MS, qPCR analytical balances, autoclave, centrifuge, biological safety cabinets, fume hoods, etc.).
• Partner with the Quality Assurance Team to assure method and SOP compliance.
• Build strong internal, external, and cross-functional relationships.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Experience:

• Strong understanding of standard laboratory protocol and experience working with cannabis laboratory analytical equipment (i.e. HPLC, GC-MSMS, LCMSMS, ICP-MS)
• Track record in accelerating the performance of laboratory groups.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively work, influence, problem-solve, and communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional analytical skills with effective judgment and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic, fast-paced deadline environment and maintain composure during challenging and/or complex situations
• Ability to maintain a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Travel when requested, including overnight travel.

Education:

• Minimum BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering, or Environmental Sciences required. Advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant laboratory operations and leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting is required.
• Exposure to the cannabis industry is desired.

Other:

• Must pass Level 2 background check.
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Dental, Vision, insurance Employee assistance program, Employee discount Flexible spending account and paid time off.