Analytical Development Chemist: Hplc/Gc, Gmp, R&D

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Associate specializing in Analytical Chemistry to join their Upington team. You will develop and validate analytical methods, perform routine analyses, and ensure data integrity across projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Analytical Chemistry, 4+ years in an analytical lab, and proficiency with HPLC, GC, MS, and spectroscopy. You will operate instrumentation, troubleshoot, and document results to GLP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• At least 4 years of hands-on analytical lab experience.
• Proficiency with HPLC, GC, MS and spectroscopy.
• Experience in method validation and GLP is a plus.
• Strong understanding of analytical principles and instrumentation.
• Excellent documentation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods for the characterization of chemical substances.
• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative analysis using HPLC, GC, MS and spectroscopy.
• Operate and maintain instrumentation, ensuring proper calibration and performance.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and optimize methods for improved efficiency and accuracy.
• Document experimental procedures, results, and reports in compliance with company standards.
• Collaborate with research scientists to interpret analytical data and support project goals.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Method Development

Method Validation

GLP Knowledge

Data Integrity

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

MS

UV-Vis

IR

Job description

Senior Research Associate - Analytical Chemistry

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Research Associate specializing in Analytical Chemistry to join their team in Upington . This role is critical for supporting research and development projects by providing essential analytical data and expertise. You will be responsible for method development, validation, and routine testing of chemical compounds using a variety of advanced analytical instrumentation. The ideal candidate possesses strong practical skills in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, with a commitment to data integrity and timely analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods for the characterization of chemical substances.
• Perform routine quantitative and qualitative analysis using techniques such as HPLC, GC, MS, and spectroscopy.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation, ensuring proper calibration and performance.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and optimize methods for improved efficiency and accuracy.
• Document experimental procedures, results, and reports in compliance with company standards.
• Collaborate with research scientists to interpret analytical data and support project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory setting.
• Proficiency with major chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic (UV-Vis, IR, MS) techniques.
• Experience in method validation and working within a regulated environment (e.g., GLP) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry principles and instrumentation.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail in all aspects of work performed in Upington .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training on new analytical techniques.
• Exposure to diverse analytical challenges and project support.
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to scientific endeavors within the field of analytical chemistry .