Consulting LC-MS Instrument Development Scientist

Waters Corporation; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical instrumentation company is seeking a Consulting LC-MS Instrument Development Scientist in Wilmslow to contribute to the development of LC-MS systems. The role involves innovation, research & development, and collaboration with various stakeholders. A degree in Physics or Chemistry is required, with a preference for a PhD. Strong communication skills and R&D expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• A first degree in Physics, Chemistry or a related subject.
• Preferably a further degree (PhD) in Physics, Chemistry or a related subject; or extensive relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the development of LC-MS Systems for the Clinical Business Unit.
• Contribute to the innovation of new LC/MS clinical systems.
• Present research findings at international conferences.

Skills

Research and development

Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)

Technical documentation

Education

First degree in Physics, Chemistry, or related subject

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or related subject (preferred)

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Consulting LC-MS Instrument Development Scientist, Wilmslow

Client:

Waters Corporation

Location:

Wilmslow, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the development of Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) Systems for the Waters Clinical Business Unit.
• Contribute to the innovation and creation of new separations and/or mass measurement concepts for LC/MS clinical systems and analysers which are ground-breaking, transformative, and disruptive rather than incremental.
• Undertake research & development activities for Clinical LC/MS Systems and technologies and advise on design of experiments. Undertake sustaining activities for Clinical LC/MS Systems. Engage in collaborations with the wider Waters R&D organisation and with customers on Separations/Mass Spectrometry Research and Development projects.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for senior management of the Clinical BU on separations-based and/or mass spectrometry-based technology and products. Be aware of developments in the technical community and competitor’s products to identify potential development opportunities or strategic technical threats.
• Present research findings externally at international conferences and internally to senior management.
• Work with both Waters and Clinical BU (Engineering and Service organisations) to implement improvements to Clinical Systems products to improve their quality, robustness, reliability, and up-time.
• Provide integration skills to drive the development and subsequent transfer of new technologies (including their requirements and specifications) into commercial instrumentation.
• Produce Product Specification and Engineering Requirements documentation and provide design direction to the engineering development teams as required.

Qualifications

• A first degree in Physics, Chemistry or a related subject.
• Preferably a further degree (PhD) in Physics, Chemistry or a related subject; or extensive relevant experience.