Senior Technical Manager, Analytical Chemistry Lab

Ultra Clean Technology; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology seeks a Senior Technical Manager in Phoenix, AZ to lead analytical method development and validation for client testing. You will drive adherence to quality systems, oversee SOPs, and mentor teams across QA, safety, and compliance while coordinating with clients on complex projects.

The role requires strong chemistry expertise, data interpretation skills, and experience with instrumentation like ICP-MS/ICP-OES and LIMS tools.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in analytical chemistry and instrumentation.
• Advanced mathematical and statistical skills; proficiency in Star LIMS, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, validation, and implementation of analytical methods, standards, and procedures for client sample testing.
• Review and interpret analytical results, resolve non-conformances, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Perform advanced quality control reviews on final reports to detect anomalies and maintain accuracy.
• Ensure laboratory quality assurance objectives, including instrument calibration, preventive maintenance, and internal audits.
• Establish, revise, and update SOPs; interpret and enforce company policies.
• Conduct training programs and participate in QA, safety, and compliance initiatives.
• Communicate with clients on technical issues and provide support for special projects.
• Provide technical guidance to sales teams and review client requests for feasibility.
• Assist in budget development and monitor departmental expenditures.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary methods and trade secrets.

Skills

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

IC

GC

GC-MS

FTIR

SEM/EDX

Education

B.S. degree with minimum 8 yrs relevant experience

M.S. with minimum 5 yrs relevant experience

Ph.D. with minimum 3 yrs relevant experience

Tools

Star LIMS

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Ultra Clean Technology seeks a Senior Technical Manager in Phoenix, AZ to lead analytical method development and validation for client testing. You will drive adherence to quality systems, oversee SOPs, and mentor teams across QA, safety, and compliance while coordinating with clients on complex projects.

The role requires strong chemistry expertise, data interpretation skills, and experience with instrumentation like ICP-MS/ICP-OES and LIMS tools.