Introduction

The University of the Sciences Brewing Science program is seeking qualified professionals for the position of Malt Beverage Testing Lab Manager. The Malt Beverage Testing Lab Manager will run the day to day operation of our startup quality testing facility in support of the brewing industry. The position requires routine sample analysis, management and delivery of testing data, development of standard operating procedures, and management of inventory/student technicians with a primary analytical eye on barley, hops, and beer.

This is a full-time, one-year, grant-funded, benefit eligible position. This position was made possible through a grant from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board for the establishment of a quality testing program to support local raw materials and malt beverages. The position is renewable contingent upon successful lab operations and additional grant funding.

About the USciences Brewing Science Program

USciences Brewing Science program is a 7 course, post-baccalaureate certificate which trains students for entry or advancement in the brewing industry. With a focus on the scientific understanding of the brewing process and hands-on learning in our quality control lab, microbiology of beer lab, and pilot brewing lab, our students graduate as well-rounded brewers who understand the importance (and how to measure and manage) quality and consistency. With access to two half-barrel SABCO Brew Magic systems in our pilot brewing facilities, students learn how to brew, troubleshoot, measure, and analyze critical control points in production. Along with an industry advisory board and team-taught courses by industry veterans, we support the brewing industry through quality educational programs which promote quality industry employees and analytical testing services which promote quality beer. More information on the program can be found at: http://usciences.edu/brewingscience

This is the perfect opportunity to join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success.

Essential Functions/Major Duties

• Lead the Malt Beverage Testing lab and its operation, including; standardization of SOPs, execution of most quality lab tests, tracking of all lab orders, delivery of analytical data to clients, maintenance of equipment and facilities, leadership over student technicians, and management of inventory.

• Initial analytical tests to be conducted by the lab manager include but are not limited to:

• Hops: moisture, total oil, HSI, hop acids

• Barley: physical inspection, moisture, protein, kernel weight, germination energy, RVA, DON

• Microbiology: aerobic and anaerobic selective media counts, spoilage detection via PCR, stability testing, yeast and bacteria identification, microscopy and cell counting

• Beer analysis: density, extract, alcohol, carbohydrates, ash, protein, calories, total acidity, pH, color, IBUs, foam stability, Gluten (R5 Ridascreen ELISA), total polyphenols, carbohydrate sugar profile, diacetyl, carbonation.

• For analytical tests outside of the experience of the candidate, the ability to self-instruct or to learn from faculty and staff is essential. Alternatively, some tests may be executed in collaboration with the Chemistry Core Lab at USciences.

• Assist in occasional outreach activities or educational opportunities for the local brewing community.

• Support the Brewing Science program and students by supporting student education, networking, and career success.