Job Description

Prairie Tide Diversified Inc. has an open position for a Research Analyst/Associate in an Analytical Laboratory. This position is located at our Saskatoon facility. The successful candidate would be part of a highly efficient and skilled team that works in one of the best-appointed analytical labs in Saskatoon.Analyst/Associate Responsibilities: Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs. Receive and log samples, products, and peptides according to cGMP for analysis, product development, and manufacturing. Handle oils, oil products, peptides, protein samples and other products according to laboratory and batch scale protocols.-Collect, organize, analyze, and document flaxseed samples, sort data into a database.-Work on the production and manufacture of agriculture-based value-added chemicals and compounds. Clean and maintain the manufacturing area, manufacturing equipment, laboratory, laboratory equipment and office area. Method development for additional analytical techniques (as required). Order chemicals/reagents, and update laboratory inventory. Perform AOCS analytical techniques and other analytical methods (as required). Report results and archive data according to cGMP and ISO 17025-2017. Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books. Assist in the training of technical staff in scale-up and production methods, standard laboratory operating procedures and safety protocols. Write, edit and follow SOPs and monograms. Conduct scientific investigations on natural products, analyze data and compile research reports. Provide technical support and services in the optimization of industrial processes of compound recovery and isolation. Compile and complete manufacturing batch records. Conduct quality control tests of the in-process and final products and update product information sheets. Resolve problems by examining and evaluating data and selecting corrective steps. Work within a group or as an individual as required, attend and participate in group and project meetings.Experience with HPLC, GC, and/or ICP preferred.Experience in Chemical/Biological Sciences preferred. Other tasks as required.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All persons entering the building must wear a mask, sanitize and be temperature screened. Masks will not be required during the interview if the candidate is vaccinated.Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Application deadline: 2022-09-16