Analytical Methods Scientist - HPLC/LC-MS Expert

NSP; Spanish Fork (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NSP is seeking a Research Scientist to develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. You will design experiments to support method development, maintain validation documentation, and collaborate with Quality and cross-functional teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, GC/GC-MS, and UV-Vis spectroscopy, plus strong data interpretation skills and knowledge of chromatographic software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field; 3–4 years of relevant experience; Master's: 1–2 years; Ph.D.: Early career acceptable.
• Experience in analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with chromatographic and analytical techniques, including HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, GC/GC-MS and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Working knowledge of analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, statistical data interpretation, laboratory systems, and chromatographic software; OpenLab experience preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills; knowledge of botanical or natural products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, validate, and transfer analytical methods for raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Design and execute experiments to support method development and continuous improvement.
• Prepare and maintain method procedures, validation protocols, technical reports, and controlled documentation in compliance with quality systems.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to Quality and other cross-functional teams.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods, instrumentation, and software to ensure reliable and efficient performance.

Skills

Analytical method development

Validation

Troubleshooting

HPLC/UPLC

LC-MS

GC/GC-MS

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Statistical data interpretation

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Master's degree

Ph.D.

Tools

Agilent OpenLab

Job description

NSP is seeking a Research Scientist to develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. You will design experiments to support method development, maintain validation documentation, and collaborate with Quality and cross-functional teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, GC/GC-MS, and UV-Vis spectroscopy, plus strong data interpretation skills and knowledge of chromatographic software.