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Chemistry Laboratory Technician
Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday | Day Shift
Job Overview
US Cannalytics is seeking a detail-oriented Chemistry Laboratory Technician to support our Pennsylvania medical marijuana testing laboratory. This position is responsible for sample preparation, laboratory testing support, and accurate documentation in a highly regulated, ISO-aligned environment.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, production-driven laboratory and demonstrates strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to maintain compliance with state regulations and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday | Day Shift
Job Overview
US Cannalytics is seeking a detail-oriented Chemistry Laboratory Technician to support our Pennsylvania medical marijuana testing laboratory. This position is responsible for sample preparation, laboratory testing support, and accurate documentation in a highly regulated, ISO-aligned environment.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, production-driven laboratory and demonstrates strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to maintain compliance with state regulations and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform sample preparation and handling of cannabis and cannabis products across multiple matrices
- Accurately measure and document sample weights, volumes, and chain-of-custody data
- Follow organizational policies and procedures for laboratory operations and comply with all state-specified rules and regulations for cannabis licenses, cannabis transport and cannabis testing, as applicable.
- Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to ensure accurate and compliant recordkeeping
- Utilize LIMS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for data entry and reporting
- Assist with sample intake, accessioning, and non-analytical testing (moisture content, water activity, foreign material)
- Prepare reagents, solutions, and standards in accordance with laboratory procedures
- Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment
- Perform daily instrument performance checks and assist with basic troubleshooting
- Support analytical testing and initial data review under supervision of a Laboratory Chemist
- Maintain laboratory inventory of reagents, standards, and consumables
- Assist with method validation, verification, and proficiency testing activities
- Perform additional duties as assigned by laboratory management
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Valid driver's license
- Must pass a criminal background check
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of laboratory experience, OR
- 1 year of laboratory experience plus successful completion of a skills assessment
- Demonstrated proficiency in Laboratory Assistant responsibilities
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow SOPs and work in a regulated laboratory environment
- Experience in cannabis, pharmaceutical, environmental, or food testing laboratories
- Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation, including:
- HPLC
- LC-MS/MS
- GC-MS
- ICP-MS
- Experience with LIMS
- Fast-paced, production-driven laboratory setting
- Continuous video and audio surveillance in accordance with state regulations
- Required use of PPE (lab coat, gloves, eye protection)
- Exposure to chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, and laboratory equipment
- Frequent standing, sitting, walking, and use of hands
- Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed
- Strong visual acuity, including close vision and color differentiation
- Ability to maintain focus and produce accurate work consistently
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off