Cora Science – Career Opportunities

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Company Overview

Cora Science is a rapidly scaling, quality-first analytical laboratory delivering precise, compliant, and defensible testing across multiple scientific disciplines. Our operation is built on technical rigor, regulatory excellence, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking high-performing, detail-oriented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, regulated laboratory environment and are committed to producing defensible, audit-ready data.

Open Positions

We are currently hiring for the following roles:

• Laboratory Technician
• Laboratory Analyst
• Business Administrator (Laboratory Operations Manager)

These roles span analytical execution, operational leadership, and quality systems oversight, offering growth opportunities for both early-career and experienced professionals.

Position Overview

• Laboratory Technicians / Analysts will execute analytical testing using advanced instrumentation (HPLC, LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS), support method development, and ensure data integrity under regulatory frameworks.
• Business Administrator (Lab Operations Manager) will manage procurement, scheduling, vendor coordination, and internal compliance workflows.

Across all roles, candidates must demonstrate technical competence, accountability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving—core competencies expected in modern analytical environments.

Why Join Cora Science

• Competitive compensation: $42,000 – $90,000+ (DOE)
• Exposure to advanced analytical platforms and regulated workflows
• Opportunities for method development, validation, and cross-functional collaboration
• Clear path for career advancement and technical specialization
• Direct impact on building a best-in-class laboratory operation

Key Responsibilities

Analytical & Laboratory Functions

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis using HPLC-UV, LC-MS, GC-MS, and ICP-MS
• Execute method development, validation, and troubleshooting
• Prepare samples, standards, reagents, and microbiological media
• Interpret complex datasets and generate accurate, defensible reports
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instrumentation to ensure data integrity

Quality & Compliance

• Operate in compliance with ISO, FDA, USP, and AHPA standards
• Maintain complete, audit-ready documentation (LIMS, lab notebooks, batch records)
• Participate in internal and external audits, investigations, and CAPA processes
• Ensure adherence to GLP/GMP principles and safety protocols

Operational & Team Contributions

• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve analytical and process challenges
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements
• Support inventory management, procurement, and lab organization
• Train or mentor junior staff (mid/senior-level roles)

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Minimum 1+ years of hands-on laboratory experience (more for senior roles)
• Demonstrated experience with at least one:
  • HPLC / UPLC
  • LC-MS / GC-MS
  • ICP-MS
• Strong understanding of data integrity, documentation, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to interpret complex analytical data and communicate findings clearly

Preferred

• Experience with method development and validation
• Familiarity with LIMS systems and electronic documentation workflows
• Microbiology experience (e.g., E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria)
• Experience in regulated environments (pharma, environmental, cannabis, food testing)
• Knowledge of chemical extraction techniques

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and analytical rigor
• Strong pr