Analytical Chemistry Research Scientist (Hybrid)

Placements24

Richards Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24, based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Research Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to develop and validate analytical methods for materials characterization. The role involves operating HPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, and NMR, analyzing complex data, and partnering with R&D, manufacturing and QA teams to drive product quality and innovation.

The ideal candidate holds an MSc or PhD in Analytical/Physical Chemistry with 4+ years of hands-on method development experience and strong

Qualifications

Graduate degree (MSc/PhD) in Analytical/Physical Chemistry or related field.
Minimum 4 years hands-on experience in analytical method development and validation.
Experience with multiple instrumental techniques (HPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, NMR).
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for materials characterization.
Operate and maintain analytical instruments (HPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, NMR).
Perform routine and non-routine sample analysis and interpret data sets.
Troubleshoot instrumentation and methodologies to ensure data integrity.
Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and QA teams for analytical support.
Prepare technical reports, method validation protocols, and study summaries.
Stay current with advancements in analytical chemistry techniques.
Contribute to implementation of new analytical technologies and workflows.