Senior Analytical Chemist — Method Development & Validation

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental & vision coverage

Relocation assistance

State-of-the-art facility

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking a Senior Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to lead method development, validation and implementation in a modern laboratory. You will develop and optimize analytical protocols, ensure data integrity, and support product development projects.

The role requires a PhD or MSc in Analytical or Organic Chemistry with 6+ years of hands-on experience, plus expertise in HPLC, GC, MS, and NMR.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in analytical method development and validation.
• Expertise in operating and maintaining a range of analytical instruments.
• Strong understanding of chemical principles and analytical techniques.
• Excellent data analysis skills and experience with scientific documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment and contribute to team success.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods using HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, and spectroscopy.
• Perform complex sample analysis with accuracy, precision, and regulatory compliance.
• Interpret analytical data, troubleshoot instruments, and document procedures and results.
• Collaborate with R&D to support new product development.
• Stay current with advancements in analytical chemistry instrumentation and methodologies.
• Mentor junior analytical chemists and contribute to the lab's scientific expertise.

Education

PhD or Master's in Analytical Chemistry/Organic Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

MS

NMR

Spectroscopy

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking a Senior Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to lead method development, validation and implementation in a modern laboratory. You will develop and optimize analytical protocols, ensure data integrity, and support product development projects.

The role requires a PhD or MSc in Analytical or Organic Chemistry with 6+ years of hands-on experience, plus expertise in HPLC, GC, MS, and NMR.