Key Points
- Cronos Group is a global cannabinoid company focused on cannabis research, technology, and product development, with a diverse international brand portfolio
- They are hiring for the position of R&D Technician in Kingsville, Ontario, with responsibilities including operating HPLC equipment, monitoring R&D plants, and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Ideal candidates should have 2+ years of lab experience, a degree in a related field, attention to detail, and strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Cronos Group is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, welcoming applications from people with disabilities and diverse backgrounds
Description
Cronos is an innovative global cannabinoid company committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate the consumer experience, Cronos is building an iconic brand portfolio. Cronos’ diverse international brand portfolio includes Spinach®, PEACE NATURALS® and Lord Jones®. For more information about Cronos and its brands, please visit: https://thecronosgroup.com/.
At Cronos Group, we hire talented people who thrive on solving difficult problems and give them the opportunity to hone new skills and approaches. If you want to play a part in shaping an innovative industry and help build a historically significant company, we want to meet you.
If you are a self-starter, passionate, you have excellent attention to detail, and are a team player, then this is the job for you! As the R&D Technician, you will be closely working with the R&D team together, ensuring that the High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) equipment is run professionally, and R&D plants are monitored and evaluated properly. You will participate in R&D meetings, and are expected to deliver progress reports in a professional manner. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, energetic, collaborative, and forward- thinking.
This position is based out of Kingsville, Ontario.
What you’ll be doing:
- Operating HPLC equipment proficiently and adhering to established protocols, encompassing sample preparation and analysis. Ensure the consistent maintenance and calibration of HPLC instruments.
- Recording and reporting HPLC results accurately and in a prompt manner to the R&D team and clients.
- Troubleshooting and promptly addressing any issues related to HPLC equipment.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate HPLC data into overarching research findings.
- Overseeing and monitoring R&D plants within a spacious greenhouse environment. Documenting observations and maintaining open communication with the off-site R&D team.
- Coordinating with members of the Cronos GrowCo team to facilitate the shipment of relevant biomass to the R&D team.
- Writing comprehensive technical reports and effectively communicating research findings, scientific insights, and recommendations to peers.
- Other duties as required to support the organization.
You’ll need to have:
- 2+ years lab experience preferably in an R&D setting and experience operating HPLC equipment
- Graduates from a B.Sc. and M.Sc. program in Horticulture, Micro-Biology, Plant Agriculture, Plant Biology, Ecology, Botany, Plant Pathology and related will be considered
- Experience in plant and/or horticultural science, involvement in R&D projects is an asset
- Excellent attention to detail and handle and understanding of scientific methodologies
- Understanding of plant production systems in controlled environments, greenhouses, growth chambers, is an asset
- Experience with cannabis desired but not required
- Possess strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills to drive decision-making and effectively work with internal and external stakeholders
- Scientific curiosity, personal drive and networking abilities to find breakthrough technologies, product improvements and leading methods
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.
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