Cannabis LCMS Lab Chemist – Precision Testing

Job Overview

US Cannalytics is seeking a LCMS Laboratory Chemist who is looking for a challenging position in an independent, state‑licensed testing laboratory serving the Michigan cannabis market. The successful candidate will be reliable, exhibit strong attention to detail, and thrive in a fast‑paced, production‑driven laboratory environment.

This is a full‑time, in‑lab position based in Warren, MI.

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Have 2 years of full‑time, post‑academic, LCMS experience.
• Have at minimum, a bachelor's degree in a natural science, to include, but not be limited to, biology, chemistry, or environmental sciences.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Be able to work collaboratively with co‑workers.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.

• Have experience working on an Agilent LCMS within a clinical or toxicology‑based laboratory setting, or an agricultural / environmental laboratory performing pesticide residue analysis.
• Have peer leadership experience.

The Laboratory Chemist is responsible and accountable for instrument‑specific routine maintenance and troubleshooting, testing methodologies, quality control performance and the safe handling, accurate recording and timely testing of cannabis and cannabis products including but not limited to:

• Ensuring accurate measurement and documentation of all cannabis and cannabis materials, including sample weights/volumes, compliant cannabis tracking and destruction, and completion of supporting laboratory documentation with adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Maintaining current competency, including ongoing training and professional development to understand industry knowledge, recognizing analytical trends and understanding best practices through the consistent review of both internal and external cannabis and cannabis adjacent resources.
• Maintaining full competency within the LCMS test method(s) including sample collection, intake, and homogeneity. Sample preparation across all applicable matrices and reagent preparation, including safe handling, storage, and disposal.
• Running daily performance checks of analytical equipment and method test parameters.
• Running regular instrument cleaning and preventative maintenance for applicable analytical equipment.
• Overseeing and directing Laboratory Assistants and Laboratory Technicians assisting with the LCMS workflow, as directed by Laboratory Management.
• Complying with all state‑specified rules and regulations for cannabis licenses, cannabis transport and cannabis testing, as applicable.
• Following organizational policies and procedures for laboratory operations.

• Conduct, assess, and appropriately record, LCMS test methods (including pesticides and mycotoxins) and instrument performance measures which include:
  • Preparing samples and reagents necessary for maintaining laboratory workflow, as described in precursory job descriptions.
  • Performing daily test methods, pursuant to organizational quality controls and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Cleaning and maintaining work area and instrument.
  • Performing calibration and preliminary troubleshooting of equipment.
  • Coordinating with external vendors for the timely submission and management of service tickets.
  • Scheduling appropriate preventative maintenance within required intervals.
  • Performing equipment and method verifications, including compliance documentation, as necessary, to support the laboratory.
• Analyze LCMS pesticide and mycotoxin data and submit completed data analysis to the Laboratory Director for review.
• Review and document all test results and quality controls within the laboratory information management system (LIMS), including the conformance of laboratory results as stated above.
• Successfully perform proficiency testing samples, as defined by the testing provider, at intervals compliant with the laboratory's Quality programming and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist in internal audit activities for the LCMS workflow, including appropriate documentation of auditing…