Analytical Scientist - Prairie Aquatech

Prairie AquaTech Manufacturing, LLC dba Houdek is based in Volga, South Dakota. We are improving animal health and nutrition by providing high quality feed ingredients. Using patent-pending technologies licensed on a worldwide, exclusive basis from South Dakota State University and developed internally, the Company is upgrading soybean meal to high quality ingredients used in aquaculture and other animal feeds.

Position Summary

This full-time position has responsibility and accountability for analytical instrumentation to ensure that commercial and product development milestones are met. This position requires outstanding attention to detail, organizational and communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. This position does require rotating weekend coverage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare standard and sample solutions as required by the test methods
• Operate analytical instruments during testing (i.e. BSC, pipettes, balances, etc.)
• Validation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments
• Perform peer review of other chemist's work
• Perform analytical method development and validations as required
• Provide analytical support to process validations
• Participate in Regulatory, Internal and Vendor audit programs as required
• Provide technical guidance / trouble shooting where applicable
• Make and record observations, perform calculations, collect and prepare data for evaluation by team on a weekly basis
• Conduct support functions with team members such as stocking and distributing supplies and equipment
• Carry out all laboratory functions in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices, all Company Policies and Procedures as well as applicable regulatory standards
• Additional responsibilities may include assisting with laboratory purchasing, maintaining inventories of chemicals and supplies, and waste management

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in an accredited laboratory with Good Laboratory Practices
• Experience with Equipment Maintenance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field of study
• Scientific, yet practical approach to problem solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on cross-functional teams and to prioritize and manage multiple demands