Senior Analytical Chemist

Jobot; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability and

On-Site Nurse

401k with match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to drive method development, validation, and transfer for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

You will support manufacturing and R&D with technical expertise, ensuring regulatory compliance and leading continuous improvement in the laboratory.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or
• Master’s with 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong background in analytical method development, validation and transfer.
• GMP-regulated environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, qualify, and transfer analytical test methods for materials and finished products.
• Perform complex analyses; interpret data to support manufacturing, QA, and R&D.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory instruments including HPLC, GC, DSC, FTIR, UV-Vis, GPC, and NIR.
• Lead investigation studies (OOS) and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support regulatory/compliance needs.
• Mentor junior staff and support GMP/ISO initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

M.S. in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

DSC

FTIR

UV-Vis

GPC

NIR

Auto-titrators

LIMS

Job description

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

Since 1980, our client has been delivering tailored chemical solutions and individualized support. With three facilities and a workforce exceeding 300, we're equipped to fulfill our customers' production requirements without compromising on personalized attention. Our size enables us to handle tasks efficiently, while our commitment to caring remains unwavering, regardless of our expansion and the introduction of new services.

Why join us?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability and AD&D
• On-Site Nurse
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
• 401k with match
• And much more...

Senior Analytical Chemist

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Analytical Chemist to support analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. This individual will play a key role in supporting manufacturing and R&D operations by providing technical expertise, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory environment.

This position requires strong analytical chemistry expertise, hands-on instrumentation experience, and the ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, qualify, and transfer analytical test methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
• Perform complex chemical analyses and interpret analytical data to support manufacturing, quality, and R&D initiatives
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation including:
  • HPLC
  • GC
  • DSC
  • FTIR
  • UV-Vis
  • GPC
  • Particle Size Analysis
  • NIR
  • Auto-titrators
• Lead and support investigation studies, including out-of-specification (OOS) investigations
• Execute analytical method development plans and maintain accurate technical documentation
• Collaborate with technical teams on research projects, product introductions, and non-conforming material investigations
• Support laboratory procedures related to analytical and physical property testing
• Troubleshoot analytical and physical property testing issues to ensure accurate and timely results
• Prepare technical summaries and reports to support regulatory and quality compliance requirements
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and calibration activities
• Identify instrumentation improvements and support capital justification initiatives
• Manage third-party laboratory service vendors and contracts as needed
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior chemists and laboratory staff
• Support GMP and ISO compliance initiatives within the laboratory environment

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry with 5+ years of related industry experience, OR
• Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry with 10+ years of related experience
• Strong background in:
  • Analytical method development
  • Method validation
  • Technical transfer activities
  • GMP-regulated environments

Required Skills & Technical Expertise

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of chromatography and spectroscopy techniques
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry and chemical transformations
• Hands-on experience implementing and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation
• Experience with laboratory information systems (LIMS) is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset with strong internal and external relationship-building abilities
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure while balancing urgency, quality, and risk

Work Environment

• Laboratory environment
• Standard schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Occasional travel between sites may be required
• Flexibility to support operational needs outside standard business hours when necessary

Additional Information

• Full-time, exempt position
• Reports directly to the Technical Manager
• Opportunity to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior staff within a collaborative scientific environment

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.