HPLC Lab Technician

Job Title: HPLC Lab Technician

Job Summary:

Focuses on analytical laboratory activities for specific testing involving HPLC; in addition, participation in a variety of food quality control analytical/microbiological support activities is required. Work is performed through the application of a body of knowledge related to standard laboratory methods, practices, procedures, policies, regulations, and laboratory materials and equipment.

Job Description:

• Operates and maintains HPLC units (5).
• In addition to prepping and running samples following established protocol, responsible for maintaining instruments, calibrating, and following maintenance regimen.
• Prepare eluent and required reagents.
• Responsible for accuracy in the preparation of reagents, eluents, and standards.
• Performs chemical and physical analyses on a variety of samples, including food products and intermediate samples.
• Tests include but are not limited to organoleptic evaluations, pH, acidity titrations, sodium, nitrate/nitrite analyses, Brix, moisture, specific gravity, moisture, pulp content, etc.
• Performs required calculations and posts/maintains required spreadsheets.
• Performs microbiological analyses on a variety of products, following required aseptic techniques in media prep, sample collection, plating and bacteria identification.
• Logs samples and related pertinent information. Follows appropriate documentation and record-keeping procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field, with further education being advantageous.
• Experience in scientific research and laboratory work may be advantageous.
• Proficiency with computers and scientific equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

Hard Skills

• HPLC operation and maintenance
• Analytical Testing
• Sampling
• Chemical and Physical Analyses
• Microbiological Analyses
• Data Recording and Record-Keeping

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Eustis, Florida.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.