Senior Analytical Chemist

Edacious is on a mission to build a new food system based on quality.  To that end, we are building technology to differentiate food quality from farm to fork with the goal of nourishing people and planet. We are working to establish linkages between our agriculture system and human health. Our company consists of chemists, engineers, producers, and systems-thinkers that have come together to change the way we produce and consume food.  We focus on translating the biochemical science of food into a human experience. We are a mission-driven organization and looking for someone excited to join a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced work environment.  We are looking for team members that are passionate about food, the food system, and human health!
The Job:
Lead laboratory analysis of biochemical food composition and contribute to the company’s work in creating a platform to differentiate food quality.  We are looking for someone bridges the world between analytical chemistry and food composition analysis.  You will lead lab management and work closely with the other functional groups. You ideally have experience in the food science, pharmaceutical, and/or biotechnology sector and are mission-driven, looking to make the world a better place! 

Your day-to-day will involve:

• Leading laboratory management, data collection, and analysis including use and maintenance of the laboratory instruments (GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP, Raman & infrared).
• Method development, validation, and deployment for analysis of food elements and compounds including structure elucidation of unknown analytes through multi-platform analytic approaches.
• Prepare analysis reports on food composition analysis generated from lab equipment using analytical techniques and statistical methods.
• Development and transferring of analytical methods for new analysis technologies as well as data translation and contribution to commercialization efforts of new portable instruments.
• Improving the lab’s capabilities for high-throughput analysis.
• Managing harmonization of methodologies with partner laboratories to ensure accurate and repeatable measurements and pursue accreditation of our laboratory.

You ideally have the following:

• BSc with 10+ years' experience OR PhD science degree with 3+ years’ in an industrial setting with specifics for food and biochemical analysis.
• Significant lab-based experience including familiarity with GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP, and/or Raman and corresponding analytical methods as well as proper QA/QC knowledge and practice.
• Expert understanding of analytical techniques, analytical troubleshooting, method development, and lab equipment.
• Experimental design and statistical analysis knowledge as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to find, analyze, interpret, and critique data quickly and accurately, including ability to multi-task and prioritize concurrent projects. 
• Experience with ISO or GMP is a plus.
• Effective communication skills, including ability to present technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Familiarity and diligent with data and protocol organization including documentation and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Enthusiasm, gumption, and grit with experience working and managing teams.

Compensation, Benefits, & Other Details

• We offer unlimited PTO, sick leave, and paid caregiver leave, including six weeks primary caregiver leave, two weeks secondary caregiver.
• Other benefits include healthcare, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, and other benefits.
• The role is based at our laboratory in Marlborough, MA. It is expected that you will be on-site.
• Candidates will be required to go through a background check and provide references from past work experience.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionDiversity is the foundation of life and has created this beautiful world we live in. Just as nature has shown us the importance of diversity in biology, it is critical to build this diversity into our social structures.  To the extent that we can build communities and teams that work in symbiotic and constructive ways, contributing to greater levels of productivity and resilience, the more successful we will be.  We seek to attract diverse individuals in experience, perspective, and culture. Our company must represent the broader global food system if we are to be successful in this endeavor and so we seek to recruit and build teams that represents the beautiful diversity of people and life present on this planet.
Thank you for your interest in Edacious!