Research Scientist (Analytical Methods)

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

The Research Scientist is responsible for the development, validation, and transfer of analytical methods supporting the quality evaluation of raw materials, in process materials and finished products. This role utilizes a range of analytical techniques - including HPLC, HPLC-MS, GC, GC-MS and UV-Vis to ensure methods are scientifically sound, compliant, and suitable for routine quality control use.

The position collaborates closely with Quality and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, reliable, and efficient analytical testing. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Key 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field required: 3-4 years of relevant experience; Master's degree: 1-2 years of relevant experience; Ph.D.: Early career or limited experience acceptable
• Experience in analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting
• Hand-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; Agilent OpenLab experience preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills; knowledge of botanical or natural products is preferred