Senior Analytical Technician

Chemify Ltd; Maryhill (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemify Ltd. in Glasgow seeks a Senior Analytical Technician to provide expert insights for analytical data acquisition using NMR and UPLC-MS. You will troubleshoot and optimize automated lab systems and collaborate with software and engineering teams to improve throughput.

The role requires hands-on experience with UPLC-MS/UHPLC-MS, NMR, and LC-MS, plus a track record of high-quality data generation in a high-throughput environment. Candidates with industrial lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Industrial experience in analytical laboratories with instrumental handling.
• Ability to follow defined procedures accurately.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Operate daily analytical instruments (UPLC, NMR, TLC) ensuring reliability.
• Prepare samples, mobile phases, and buffers; improve preparation processes.
• Lead instrument maintenance and vendor service coordination.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues and implement fixes.
• Train junior technicians on instruments and lab procedures.
• Document data accurately and maintain SOP alignment.
• Plan lab readiness for changing priorities and higher sample volumes.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Data integrity

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in analytical chemistry

Tools

UPLC-MS/UHPLC-MS

NMR

LC-MS

TLC

Job description

Chemify is creating a future where important molecules, drugs and currently unimaginable new materials are instantly accessible; thereby radically increasing the speed of innovation, quality of life, and reach of humanity. The company is building the infrastructure to digitize chemistry for the design, discovery and synthesis of new molecules with the desired function and properties instantly and on-demand. Chemify has built a platform that combines purpose-built programming languages, robotics, AI, and the world’s largest and continuously growing database of chemical programs to accelerate chemical discovery to new, transformative heights.

Chemify is supported by some of the best investors from Silicon Valley and across the world, including Triatomic Capital, BlueYard ventures, DCVC, Founders Fund, and others.

Job Purpose

As a Senior Analytical Technician, you will provide the organization with expert insights and know-how for the analytical data acquisition with NMR and UPLC-MS. Ideally you bring knowledge and experience of sample preparation troubleshooting and running of UPLC-MS/LCMS and/or NMR systems. You will help develop the world’s most advanced automated chemical manufacturing lab, collaborating with software and engineering teams to troubleshoot and improve our proprietary technology. We value a flat structure where every member takes ownership and influences our scientific direction.

Who we are looking for

We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Senior Analytical Technician who enjoys solving technical challenges and takes pride in producing high-quality data. You'll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced laboratory environment, is comfortable taking ownership of analytical instrumentation, and enjoys working collaboratively across scientific, software and engineering teams to continuously improve processes.

We welcome applications from candidates withBachelors/Masters qualifications in Applied Sciences/Chemistry degreeswho have practical industrial experience in an analytical laboratory and a desire to work in a high-throughput manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own daily operation of analytical instruments (UPLC, NMR, TLC), ensuring systems are running reliably and ready for use.
• Prepare samples, mobile phases, and buffers, while also improving how these are prepared to increase consistency and efficiency.
• Lead instrument maintenance including routine care, performance checks, and coordination of vendor service.
• Troubleshoot instrument and method issues, identify root causes, and implement fixes to prevent repeat problems.
• Train junior technicians on instruments, sample prep, and lab procedures.
• Ensure accurate documentation and data integrity, following lab standards and helping improve SOPs when needed.
• Help plan lab readiness for changing priorities, new projects, or increased sample volume.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor ’ s/Master ’ s degree in a scientific field preferably in analytical chemistry/chemistry
• The candidate should have previous industrial experience in a technical role within a laboratory environment, including handling of analytical instruments UPLC-MS/UHPLC-MS, NMR, LC-MS systems
• Good numeracy, literacy and attention to detail
• Ability to follow defined procedures accurately
• Oral and written communication skills (English fluency)

Location

This role will be based at one of our sites in Glasgow.

Shift Pattern

This role will involve working one of several shifts (e.g. early, late, nightshift, weekend).

Number of Positions

We are looking to fill one position

UK Right to Work

Please note that the company are unable to sponsor visas for this role.