Analytical Chemistry Associate

Analytical Chemistry Associate

TerViva Bioenergy, Inc.
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Oakland, CA

Background:

TerViva is a fast-growing food and agriculture company, headquartered in Oakland, California, with offices in Florida and Hawaii. We believe that we need to use agriculture land better if we are to feed the rising global population in a climate-constrained world. We produce plant protein and vegetable oil by growing a non-GMO, sustainable tree crop called pongamia, which produces dramatically higher yields than other oilseed crops such as soybeans. We grow pongamia on farmland that can’t be used for traditional crops due to weather, disease or market challenges. Compared to soy, pongamia has far better economics and sustainability. We have planted our proprietary varieties of pongamia trees in various soils and climates in the US to validate agronomic performance.

TerViva’s main business is to produce edible food and feed ingredients from leguminous pongamia tree seeds. Also derived from pongamia, we are expanding our product offerings to include bio-based crop protection and other novel uses as bio-ingredients for personal care & cosmetic products.



Job Description and Responsibilities:

As part of a scientifically diverse product development team, we are looking for an enthusiastic scientific professional to join our analytical chemistry program.

Highly qualified candidates will have experience working in laboratory research ranging from method development, validation, calibration, quality control, compound discovery, identification/quantification, product development (e.g., formulation) and data management.

Typical tasks writing SOPs, protocols, and reports. The successful candidate will be responsible for routine maintenance and troubleshooting of complex instrumentation such as HPLC and GC with a variety of detectors, management and ordering of consumables and chemicals, as well as general laboratory maintenance, and other tasks as assigned. Must be willing to occasionally work overtime and weekends in order to meet deadlines.  Demonstrated experience in food and environmental chemistry is a plus.

Candidates must be able to assess technical/scientific challenges, formulate a hypothesis, perform necessary lab work, synthesize findings and data, and generate conclusions and recommendations for further investigations, based on data.


Required Skills and Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biosciences, or closely related field required.
  • Minimum of 2-5 years of hands-on experience in industry.
  • Experience with QA/QC in an accredited production lab, such as under ISO 17025. 
  • Experience with developing and improving SOPs.
  • Experience with GC/MS, GC/FID, LC/UV, LC/MS and related technologies,
  • Hands on experience with general wet chemistry, sample preparation and derivatization.
  • Experience with method development and validation. 
  • Additional experience in a R&D environment a plus.
  • Ability to work independently; self-motivated and self-directed.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience. Potential 10% annual bonus.
  • Stock options also commensurate with role and experience.
  • Medical and dental, vision and life insurance (employee premium fully paid by TerViva).


Next Steps:

To apply, please fill out the form below. Be sure to include your resume and a great cover letter telling us about yourself and why you are interested in this job. 


Job Type: Full-time

Experience:
Analytical Chemistry: 5 years (Preferred)

Education:
Bachelor’s (Required)

Work authorization:
United States (Required)

Benefits offered:

  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
  • Other types of insurance
  • Retirement benefits or accounts


This job will require you to pass a background check: Yes

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