Senior CLS Associate

Overview

The Sr. CLS Associate Ⅰ is an exciting position that requires not only excellent technical acumen but also initiative and enthusiasm to be successful. It works closely with the entire CLS team to provide product support to external customers in the feed or pet food industry. Primary responsibilities include sample preparation and chemical analysis of feed or pet food and their ingredient samples, accurate recordkeeping and data entry, and basic maintenance and upkeep for laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as the technical authority for GC, GC-MS, HPLC, HPLC-MS analytics, independently designing, developing, validating, troubleshooting, and implementing robust analytical methods for complex matrices and challenging applications. Familiarity with OpenLab CDS 2 software is preferred.2. Demonstrate strong analytical insight and technical judgment to efficiently troubleshoot complex instrument issues and ensure effective preventive and routine maintenance.3. Responsible for the testing of customer samples, data compilation and statistical analysis, and technical report writing.4. Responsible for leading CLS research projects, authoring technical reports and technical publications, and providing technical communication and support to both internal and external customers.5. Follow assigned SOPs and take responsibility for the development and continuous improvement of new SOPs.6. Responsible for advanced method development, method validation, and effective implementation.7. Responsible for following, ensuring and monitoring good laboratory and safety practices.8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.9. Computer and AI skills as appropriate to position.10. A high degree of personal motivation, a desire to make an immediate contribution and a sense of urgency and excitement.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Chemistry, Food technology, Biology, or related majors.2. Proficient in GC, GC-MS, HPLC, HPLC-MS, UV/Vis instrumentation.3. 5 years or above working experience in Chemical,Drug R&D or food laboratory.4. Experience in lipid oxidation and antioxidant testing is desirable.5. Knowledge of and experience with the ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory management system is preferred.6. CET-4, good English skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. 7. Good communication skills (written and oral) and strong analytic skills.8. Must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

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