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The Research Scientist is responsible for the
supervision of the Special Projects department. The function of this
position is to supervise laboratory operations performing testing of food
products and environmental samples.
This position is responsible for application and evaluation of
approved techniques and methodologies used in analysis of food
products. This individual has
frequent contact with the client base as well as review, reporting and
interpretation of laboratory results in collaboration with the management
team. Responsible for overseeing
of daily workload and staffing placements in Special Projects while
working closely with the Laboratory Manager and Assistant Laboratory
Manager.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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Supervise
laboratory operations to maintain quality and efficiency as they apply to
the Laboratory area
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Accurately perform
and interpret test results, notifying the Laboratory Manager of
deviations
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Supervise training
of new and current laboratory personnel in laboratory procedures and
protocols as authorized
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Provided feedback
for and participate in laboratory personnel reviews
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Supervise quality
control procedures and documentation to support compliance with ISO 17025
guidelines
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Participate as an
interface for the laboratory client base related to communication of
results generated in the pathogen laboratory
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Assist in the
communication of all log entries
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Assist in inventory
maintenance
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Travel is required and at the discretion of management
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Supervise
non-routine projects as assigned
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Perform other
duties as assigned
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BS degree in Life
Science, or related field
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Masters in Life
Science, or related field preferred
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Two years of
analytical laboratory experience
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Working knowledge
of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable
methods and procedures
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Familiarity with
GMP , OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, and Compendium methods and
procedure
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Broad knowledge of
concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory
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Or equivalent
combination of education and experience
- Travel is required and at
the discretion of managment
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