Analytical Residue and Metabolism Specialist

UPL; España; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UPL is seeking a highly skilled 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 LC-MS/MS and GC-MS and will contribute to global projects including JMPR reviews and method validations.

This position reports to the Global Regulatory Lead - Scientific Affairs Manager, and involves designing residue studies, validating methods, and collaborating with CROs to meet

Formación

• 10+ years in analytical chemistry with residue/metabolism/regulatory pesticide experience.
• Advanced degree in Analytical or Environmental Chemistry.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS, GC-MS and method development/validation.
• Familiarity with regulatory study design and international guidelines.

Responsabilidades

• Perform LC-MS/MS and GC-MS analyses for residues in matrices.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for challenging compounds.
• Lead residue studies aligned with regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate with CROs and review study plans/reports.
• Contribute to metabolism studies and metabolite identification.
• Support regulatory submissions and product development.

Conocimientos

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

Analytical chemistry

Regulatory submissions

Method development/validation

Residue metabolism studies

Cross-functional teamwork

Educación

M.Sc./Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry

Herramientas

LC-MS/MS instrumentation

GC-MS instrumentation

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.

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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 advancedanalytical 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.

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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.