Lead Evaluation Scientist - LC/UV & Validation

Waters Corporation; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation is seeking an Evaluation Scientist II to lead system evaluation efforts on validation and verification of chromatographic systems. The role focuses on LC-UV applications, method development, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, LC engineering, and product management.

The candidate will contribute to test strategies, ensure traceable results, and drive improvements aligned with customer use and regulatory expectations. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD with 0, MSc 1-2, or BSc 2+ years in analytical chemistry or engineering.
• Experience in analytical lab and participating in technical teams.
• Strong understanding of analytical LC-UV and other chromatographic applications.
• Experience in chromatographic separations method development.
• Strong communications skills.
• Strong collaborative team building skills.
• Track record of working in technical teams.
• Knowledge and use of Waters products including LC systems (e.g., Acquity, Arc) and Waters chromatography data systems (Empower, MassLynx).

Responsibilities

• Create and execute validation and verification plans to minimize design errors.
• Drive validation/verification work to support product roadmap.
• Review test plans, summary reports, and project documents.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot chromatographic systems.
• Prepare test environment including computers, software, and LC systems.
• Coordinate with engineering team on hardware obsolescence and LC improvements.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

LC-UV

Chromatography

Technical leadership

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry or Engineering

MSc in Analytical Chemistry or Engineering

BSc in Analytical Chemistry or Engineering

Tools

Waters LC systems

Empower

MassLynx

Waters software tools

Job description

Waters Corporation is seeking an Evaluation Scientist II to lead system evaluation efforts on validation and verification of chromatographic systems. The role focuses on LC-UV applications, method development, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, LC engineering, and product management.

The candidate will contribute to test strategies, ensure traceable results, and drive improvements aligned with customer use and regulatory expectations. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.