Senior Development Chemist

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based yearly bonus

Comprehensive insurance cover

EAP support

Fresh fruit every week

Regular on-site events

Job summary

Argenta in New Zealand is seeking a Senior Development Chemist to lead analytical method development and validation for a global portfolio of animal health products. You will support regulatory submissions, generate high-quality technical documents, and lead projects from concept to registration.

The role requires collaboration with multinational teams and a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance. With 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry, you will drive initiatives, mentor colleagues,

Qualifications

• 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry with analysis, development and validation experience.
• Proven ability to generate high-quality technical documentation for regulators.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical development projects from conception to regulatory submission.
• Develop, validate and document analytical methods to meet client specifications.
• Generate and review technical data for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Meet project deadlines and milestones on time.
• Mentor team members and provide technical training.

Skills

Analytical method development

Method validation

Technical documentation

Project leadership

Regulatory support

English communication

Education

Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences degree

Tools

HPLC

LC-MS

Job description

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Are you an experienced pharmaceutical scientist with a passion for analytical method development, validation, and solving complex technical challenges? Join a collaborative team where you'll lead complex development projects, support regulatory submissions, and provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of products.

• Full time permanent role
• Global researcher & manufacturer of animal health pharmaceuticals
• South Auckland location with onsite parking

We are in the animal health business, partnering with our clients in the areas of Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing to produce pharmaceuticals for both farm and companion animals. Originally founded in 2006 by a New Zealand chemist with an entrepreneurial mindset, Argenta's vision is "Healthy Animals. Let's Make It Happen, Together". Our recipe for success has been our uniqueness in our vision and our people. Argenta now has operations across 6 sites with locations in New Zealand, the United States, Scotland, Spain, and Germany with over 900 employees globally.

About the Role

With several exciting projects in the pipeline, we have a great opportunity for a Senior Development Chemist to join our CDO team.

This team conducts contract pharmaceutical development of animal health products that involves product development from Proof-of-Concept stage to product registration and is responsible for producing all source documents for regulatory submissions. Having a global client base, Argenta is unique in terms of the incredible variety of projects we undertake, so this role is sure to keep the right person busy and challenged.

You will be dealing with multi-national pharmaceutical companies located all over the world, therefore building and maintaining relationships is absolutely vital.

About You

Your background will be at least 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry where you have conducted analysis, development and validation of analytical methods as well as lead previous projects.

You have a proven ability to generate high-quality technical documentation, including validation protocols, method development reports, stability reports, and regulatory support documents. Your attention to detail and commitment to scientific excellence ensure your work is accurate, compliant, and fit for purpose.

By nature, you'll be an energetic, driven person with a desire to look for ways to do things smarter, more efficiently among the team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting analyses, development and validation of analytical method projects
• Leading analytical projects from a technical and customer perspective
• Generating, documenting, and reviewing technical data for clients and regulatory agencies of a high standard
• Meeting project deadlines and milestones on time
• Effectively communicate project progress to all stakeholders both internal and external
• Provide technical training and mentoring to other members of the team

Your background, experience and attributes will include:

• A tertiary qualification of degree or higher in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Strong relationship management and communication skills, both written and verbal (English is essential)
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related field
• Strong analytical technique knowledge and able to write high quality technical documents
• Proactive initiative that enjoys working both independently and within a team
• Approach problems with a solutions-focused mindset but able to manage your time effectively to deliver

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a unique and fast-growing business where your ideas matter, your skills will grow, and your contribution is genuinely valued.

• competitive salary
• you'll enjoy performance based yearly bonus
• comprehensive insurance cover
• access to EAP support
• fresh fruit every week
• regular on-site events that bring people together.

You will also be part of a workplace that truly values its people and encourages collaboration, fresh thinking, and doing great work together. If you are an experienced professional looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we want to hear from you!