Analytical Chemist

UPL; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UPL is seeking an Analytical Chemist to perform quality testing and support R&D formulation development, quality control, and regulatory registration activities. The role ensures compliance with ISO, EPA, and CIPAC standards while generating robust analytical data.

The successful candidate will analyze materials and finished products, develop and validate methods, and collaborate with formulation scientists, process chemists, and regulatory teams.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry or related field; or 5+ years of analytical laboratory experience in agrochemical, pesticide, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries.
• 3+ years of experience with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Strong technical writing and problem-solving skills.
• Technical Skills: Chromatography, Spectroscopic Techniques, Physicochemical Analysis, Method Validation, Thermal Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw materials, intermediates, active ingredients, and finished formulations.
• Perform routine and non-routine analysis using chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Conduct stability studies and evaluate shelf-life; review analytical data and prepare technical reports.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for new products and formulations; support method transfers to QC and manufacturing.
• Support formulation development projects through analytical characterization and regulatory documentation.
• Participate in regulatory submissions and audits; maintain laboratory records, SOPs, and protocols.

Skills

Chromatography

Spectroscopic Techniques

Physicochemical Analysis

Method Validation

Thermal Analysis

Education

M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry

5+ years analytical lab experience in agrochemical/pharmaceutical/chemical industries

Job description

Position Summary

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for performing quality testing using analytical testing methods. The role supports R&D formulation development, quality control, manufacturing, and regulatory registration activities while ensuring compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

Position Summary

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for performing quality testing using analytical testing methods. The role supports R&D formulation development, quality control, manufacturing, and regulatory registration activities while ensuring compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Analytical Testing

• Analyze raw materials, intermediates, technical active ingredients, and finished formulations.
• Perform routine and non-routine analysis using chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Conduct stability studies and evaluate product shelf-life.
• Review and interpret analytical data and prepare technical reports.
• Ensure accurate laboratory documentation and data integrity.

Method Development & Validation

• Develop and optimize analytical methods for new products and formulations.
• Perform method validation and verification activities.
• Support analytical method transfers to QC and manufacturing laboratories.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods and laboratory instruments.

R&D Support

• Support formulation development projects through analytical characterization.
• Conduct compatibility, stability, and degradation studies.
• Generate analytical data for product development and registration programs.
• Collaborate with formulation scientists, process chemists, and regulatory teams.
• Performed routine maintenance of analytical instruments and maintained instrument records

Regulatory & Compliance

• Follow ISO, EPA, CIPAC, FAO, and company standards.
• Support preparation of analytical documentation for regulatory submissions.
• Maintain laboratory records, SOPs, protocols, and reports.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

Education & Experience

• M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Agricultural Chemistry, or related field. Or 5+ years of analytical laboratory experience in agrochemical, pesticide, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries.
• 3+ years of working experiences with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Strong technical writing and problem-solving skills.
• Technical Skills
  • Chromatography
  • Spectroscopic Techniques
  • Physicochemical Analysis
  • Method Validation
  • Thermal Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pesticide formulation analysis.
• Experience supporting product registrations and regulatory submissions.
• Knowledge of EPA, FAO, and CIPAC requirements.
• Experience with analytical method development and validation.