Analytical Residue And Metabolism Specialist

Upl; Jaén; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UPL in Castro, Spain is seeking an Analytical Residue and Metabolism Specialist with 10+ years in LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and regulatory study design to support submissions and product development.

You will lead residue and metabolism studies, work with CROs, ensure compliance with SANTE guidelines, and coordinate with global teams to advance crop protection solutions.

The role reports to the Global Regulatory Lead and offers opportunities in a multinational, science-driven environment.

Formación

• Advanced degree (M.Sc./Ph.D.) in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or related field.
• Proven experience in LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and method development/validation.
• Familiarity with residue study design, regulatory requirements, and international guidelines.
• Strong understanding of metabolism studies and structure elucidation techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross-functional and global teams.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to EU and US field residue study requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Utilize LC-MS/MS and GC-MS for detection and quantification of residues in complex matrices (aquatic media, diet, water, soil, crops).
• Develop and validate analytical methods for challenging compounds (low solubility, instability, volatility).
• Design and monitor residue studies per regulatory guidelines, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely reporting.
• Maintain knowledge of SANTE/2020/12830 and other regulatory frameworks.
• Collaborate with CROs to troubleshoot analytical challenges and provide guidance.
• Review and provide feedback on study plans and reports for method validation supporting toxicology and ecotoxicology studies.
• Conduct and oversee crop metabolism studies, including metabolite identification.
• Coordinate with external partners for study quotations and execution, including studies requested by regulatory bodies.

Conocimientos

Analytical chemistry

Regulatory study design

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

Herramientas

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

Method development

Descripción del empleo

UPL is focused on emerging as a premier global provider of total crop solutions designed to secure the world's long-term food supply. Winning farmers hearts across the globe, while leading the way with innovative products and services that make agriculture sustainable, UPL is the fastest growing company in the industry. Our successes in the field add up to powerful financials. UPL delivers results from protecting crops that translate into attractive investor value. Based on the recognition that humankind is one community, UPL's overarching commitment is to improve areas of its presence, workplace, and customer engagement.

Please read the complete JD before applying.

JOB PURPOSE:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated scientist with expertise in analytical chemistry and metabolism studies to support regulatory submissions and product development. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques, method development, and regulatory study design, and will contribute to global projects including JMPR reviews, method validations, and crop metabolism studies.

This position will report to the Global Regulatory Lead - Scientific Affairs Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analytical / Residue Chemistry:

• Utilize advanced analytical techniques such as LC-MS/MS and GC-MS for detection and quantification of residues in complex matrices (aquatic media, diet, water, soil, crops).
• Develop and validate analytical methods for challenging compounds (low solubility, instability, volatility).
• Design and monitor residue studies in compliance with national and international regulatory guidelines, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely reporting.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of SANTE/2020/12830 and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Collaborate with CROs to troubleshoot analytical challenges and provide expert guidance.
• Review and provide feedback on study plans and reports for method validation supporting toxicology and ecotoxicology studies.
• Conduct and oversee crop metabolism studies, ensuring alignment with guideline requirements for metabolite identification.
• Apply structure elucidation techniques to identify and characterize metabolites.
• Coordinate with external partners for study quotations and execution, particularly for studies requested by regulatory bodies such as Japan.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• +10 yrs of work experience, 8 - 10 years of lab experience & 3-5 years residue/metabolism/regulatory/pesticide experience.
• Advanced degree (M.Sc./Ph.D.) in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or related field.
• Proven experience in LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and method development/validation.
• Familiarity with residue study design, regulatory requirements, and international guidelines.
• Strong understanding of metabolism studies and structure elucidation techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in cross-functional and global teams.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to EU and US field residue study requirements.

Diversity & Inclusion at UPL:

UPL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Analytical Residue and Metabolism Specialist • Castro, ES