Hard Skills
AdvancedHigh-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)The analytical technique used to separate, identify, and quantify chemical components in food samples, such as vitamins, preservatives, and additives.
IntermediateNutritional Labeling ComplianceKnowledge of government regulations (e.g., FDA, EFSA) regarding the mandatory disclosure of nutrient content on food products.
ExpertAnalytical Method ValidationThe process of proving that a laboratory procedure is accurate, precise, and reliable for its intended nutritional analysis.
IntermediateChemical Hazard ManagementThe ability to safely handle, store, and dispose of reagents and hazardous chemicals used during nutritional testing.
AdvancedGas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)A method that combines the features of gas-chromatography and mass spectrometry to identify different substances within a test sample, often used for fatty acid profiles.