Manager Analytical Science

DöhlerGroup; Karaman Merkez; On-site; TRY 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Döhler Türkiye is seeking a Manager Analytical Science for the Karaman Plant. You will lead the analytical laboratory, manage the team, and coordinate LIMS development, ensuring compliant, timely analyses and continuous improvement across accreditation processes.

The role focuses on lab management rather than R&D, requiring a strong background in instrumental analyses (ICP-MS, HPLC, GC-MS/MS) and extensive quality system experience. Candidates should be based in Karaman or willing to relocate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Bioengineering.
• 5+ years in an analytical laboratory experience.
• Proven experience in laboratory and/or team management.
• Experience in quality systems, documentation, and accreditation processes.
• Proficiency in instrumental food analyses and related regulations.
• Experience with analytical instruments (ICP-MS, HPLC, IC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS).
• Knowledge of TS EN ISO/IEC 17025 requirements and accreditation.
• Proficiency in LIMS or similar laboratory information systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
• English proficiency and willingness to relocate to Karaman.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the Karaman Analytical Laboratory and ensure analyses are accurate and on time.
• Manage, coordinate, and develop the laboratory team; plan workloads and resources.
• Conduct analytic analyses and evaluate results; monitor instrument performance.
• Ensure use and development of LIMS software and reporting.
• Coordinate method validation, verification, and optimization with relevant teams.
• Maintain calibration, verification, and performance monitoring of instruments.
• Ensure ISO/IEC 17025 compliance and quality control studies.
• Report laboratory performance and improvement areas to management.

Skills

Lab management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Documentation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Engineering

Tools

LIMS software

ICP-MS

HPLC

IC-MS/MS

GC-MS/MS

Job description

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10.000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us. We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.

Döhler Türkiye is looking for a "Manager Analytical Science" to be employed in our Karaman Plant with the following qualifications;

Your Role:

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the Karaman Analytical Laboratory and ensure that analyses and related activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Manage, coordinate, and develop the laboratory team; plan workloads, follow up on performance, and ensure effective resource allocation.
• Conduct chromatographic and other instrumental analyses when required and evaluate the results.
• Ensure the effective use of laboratory record software such as LIMS and similar programs.
• Coordinate the development and improvement processes of the LIMS software, monitor progress, and report to the manager.
• Manage the sample registration, acceptance, tracking, and reporting processes using LIMS software.
• Ensure that assigned tasks are performed in line with the requirements of TS EN ISO/IEC 17025 standards and support the effective implementation of the documentation system.
• Coordinate analytical method validation, verification, and optimization processes in cooperation with the relevant teams.
• Oversee the maintenance, calibration, verification, and performance monitoring processes of laboratory instruments.
• Ensure that internal quality control studies, proficiency tests, and laboratory performance tests are conducted and followed up.
• Monitor analytical workflows, identify operational issues, and ensure that corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Support coordination efforts to ensure that analytical laboratories in the Döhler TIP region operate with aligned methodologies and continuously improve their processes.
• Ensure that sample acceptance and reporting processes, which are key responsibilities within accreditation processes, are carried out in compliance with quality standards.
• Prepare and report laboratory performance, workload, resource needs, and improvement areas to the management.
• Perform analyses and provide technical support when required; however, the primary responsibility of the role is laboratory and team management rather than analytical method development or R&D activities.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Bioengineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in an analytical laboratory, preferably in pesticide, residue, or instrumental food analysis.
• Proven experience in laboratory and/or team management, including responsibility for planning, coordination, and timely completion of laboratory activities.
• Experience in managing laboratory operations, quality systems, documentation, and accreditation-related processes.
• Preferably familiar with instrumental food analyses, including pesticide, toxin, and heavy metal analyses, as well as related regulations and limits.
• Experience in operating analytical instruments such as ICP-MS, HPLC, IC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, and GC-MS/MS, including FID and HS systems.
• Knowledge of TS EN ISO/IEC 17025 requirements and laboratory accreditation processes.
• Proficiency in LIMS or similar laboratory information management systems.
• Strong documentation, reporting, coordination, and follow-up skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities, organize workflows, and ensure that laboratory activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Proficiency in English.
• No travel restrictions.
• Military service completed for male candidates.
• Currently residing in Karaman or willing to relocate to Karaman.