Analyst III - Soils - United States Job Openings

United States Job Openings

Waypoint Analytical

Analyst III - Soils

Champaign

November 18, 2024

This position is required to be on-site.

As the name implies, Waypoint Analytical is the company that you have been trying to find. Waypoint Analytical is a top environmental laboratory in the United States and is arguably the largest agricultural laboratory group. Headquartered in Memphis, TN and with a national footprint of full-service agriculture and environmental laboratories throughout the U.S., Waypoint Analytical (WA) has established its agricultural soil labs as the most reliable and timely provider of agricultural soil test data.

When you join the Waypoint Team you can feel the chemistry. There is a passion that can only be unlocked and shared in a diverse culture of collaborative teamwork, where science and service intersect to make us proud of what we provide.

Waypoint Analytical offers passionate people from all walks-of-life opportunities to be part of something special. You may have the goal of helping to feed the world, protect our environment, or offer scientifically sound solutions to complex problems.

Waypoint Analytical is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nutrien, LTD.

The Analyst III - Soils will be responsible for performing analyses of client samples in the Biology laboratory using a variety of analytical techniques and procedures. You will have the opportunity to partner with knowledgeable laboratory professionals to prepare, test, and analyze different types of environmental compliance samples.

What you will do:

Support the testing procedure through collection, preparation, and analysis of samples.

Prepare the laboratory for daily operations, such as stocking materials, evaluating equipment, and performing safety and cleaning procedures.

Ensure lab readiness and safety.

Conduct sample testing procedures.

Validate and report testing results.

Follow safety protocols and quality control guidelines.

Maintain valid and accurate documentation.

Review, complete, and process logs and additional documentation as necessary.

Perform analysis using different molecular biology techniques, including DNA extraction, PCR, q PCR, and amplicon sequencing.
Conduct thorough literature reviews to identify and assess potential q PCR markers relevant to research objectives.
Design, develop, and optimize q PCR markers for specific experimental targets.
Validate q PCR markers using ground truth samples and amplicon sequencing, ensuring high levels of accuracy and reliability.

Model our core value of safety by enabling a culture in which you are actively contributing to a safe work environment.

Other duties as required.

What you will bring:

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph D in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, or a related field.
Proficiency in core molecular biology techniques (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR, and q PCR).
Demonstrated hands-on experience in the development and validation of q PCR markers.
Practical experience with amplicon sequencing and bioinformatics analysis is preferred.

Waypoint Analytical is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Waypoint Analytical policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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