Job Level & compensation offered may vary depending on candidates’ experiences and competencies Analyzes biological or chemical samples and/or develops/validates methodologies for various compounds and components in compliance with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines. Duties and Responsibilities: ? Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing. ? Maintains study documentation and laboratory records. ? Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment, including problem identification and resolution. ? Performs quality control review of data. ? Informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect integrity of the data; participates in corrective action of problems. ? Promotes a cohesive team environment. ? With supervisory assistance, assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines. ? Assists in setting up and performing method development and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices. ? Performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, asking for scientific guidance as needed. ? Makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures. ? Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work. ? With supervisory assistance, serves as a lead chemist on projects, overseeing a small group of technical staff. ? Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff. ? Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment. ? Participates in new equipment and instrument assessment and qualification, as appropriate. ? Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information. ? Participates in process improvement initiatives. ? Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports. ? Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects. ? Assists in writing reports and protocols. ? Writes SOPs and methods. ? Performs other related duties as assigned.