Analytical Chemist

Job Details

Employee Type:
Permanent Full Time
Seniority Level: Entry Level
City: RTP, NC, North Carolina, United States
Department:
Internal Lab

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for performing quality testing using analytical testing methods. The role supports R&D formulation development, quality control, manufacturing, and regulatory registration activities while ensuring compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

• Analyze raw materials, intermediates, technical active ingredients, and finished formulations.
• Perform routine and non‑routine analysis using chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Conduct stability studies and evaluate product shelf‑life.
• Review and interpret analytical data and prepare technical reports.
• Ensure accurate laboratory documentation and data integrity.

• Develop and optimize analytical methods for new products and formulations.
• Perform method validation and verification activities.
• Support analytical method transfer to QC and manufacturing laboratories.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods and laboratory instruments.

• Support formulation development projects through analytical characterization.
• Conduct compatibility, stability, and degradation studies.
• Generate analytical data for product development and registration programs.
• Collaborate with formulation scientists, process chemists, and regulatory teams.
• Perform routine maintenance of analytical instruments and maintain instrument records.

• Follow ISO, EPA, CIPAC, FAO, and company standards.
• Support preparation of analytical documentation for regulatory submissions.
• Maintain laboratory records, SOPs, protocols, and reports.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

• M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Agricultural Chemistry, or related field; or 5+ years of analytical laboratory experience in agrochemical, pesticide, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries.
• 3+ years of experience with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Strong technical writing and problem‑solving skills.
• Technical Skills
  • Chromatography
  • Spectroscopic Techniques
  • Physicochemical Analysis
  • Method Validation
  • Thermal Analysis

• Experience in pesticide formulation analysis.
• Experience supporting product registrations and regulatory submissions.
• Knowledge of EPA, FAO, and CIPAC requirements.
• Experience with analytical method development and validation.

UPL provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. UPL complies with all applicable federal, state, and local non‑discrimination laws and applies these principles to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.