GLP Laboratory Lead: Analytical Chemistry & Methods

FMC Corporation; Schaffhausen; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

FMC Corporation in Schaffhausen, Switzerland seeks an Analytical Chemistry Team Leader to guide a team of analytical scientists. You will establish and manage a GLP-compliant lab and drive development and validation of analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

You will lead method development, coordinate regulatory inspections, and collaborate across functions to support product development and investigations. Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry or MSc with extensive industry experience.
• Demonstrated leadership of scientific teams.
• Strong expertise in HPLC, GC, MS, NMR and spectroscopy.
• Proven analytical method development and validation in regulated settings.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management.
• Able to thrive in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.
• Industry experience in agrochemicals and/or pharmaceuticals.
• Familiarity with LIMS and data analysis software.
• Experience managing CROs/CDMOs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of analytical scientists, ensuring high-quality delivery of analytical activities in compliance with GLP principles.
• Establish and manage a GLP-compliant laboratory, including workflows, SOPs, training programs, and operational excellence.
• Lead analytical method development, validation, and implementation for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Prepare for and coordinate regulatory inspections, ensuring GLP compliance and adherence to industry standards.
• Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, budgeting, and resource management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support product development, technical investigations, and problem-solving activities.
• Review and approve technical reports, protocols, and laboratory documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing new analytical technologies and best practices while maintaining safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

GLP compliance

Analytical techniques

HPLC

GC

MS

NMR

Spectroscopy

Method development

Validation

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

MSc with 8+ years experience

Tools

LIMS

Data analysis software

Job description

FMC Corporation in Schaffhausen, Switzerland seeks an Analytical Chemistry Team Leader to guide a team of analytical scientists. You will establish and manage a GLP-compliant lab and drive development and validation of analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

You will lead method development, coordinate regulatory inspections, and collaborate across functions to support product development and investigations. Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.