Process Chemist

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Chemist (Temporary position – Maternity leave cover) to join our Chemistry Consumables team, to optimise existing Products/Processes and drive process, cost & continuous improvement projects with the use of Lean/Six Sigma tools & methodology.

Responsibilities

Liaise with R&D, Marketing, Taunton Production and Wexford Production & Quality Departments

Develop manufacturing/product testing processes which consistently deliver high quality HPLC/UPLC columns

Design and implement stability indicating experiments to ensure product stability

Support investigations related to customer feedback

Project Management of Continuous Improvement initiatives/6 Sigma activities

Support projects associated with student placements

Conduct all project activities in accordance with appropriate standards (21CFR820, ISO9001, ISO13485, GMP)

Qualifications

BSc. or higher in chemistry or relevant science discipline

Relevant laboratory/industry experience in a similar role

Experience in the use of Waters acquisition software is an advantage

Proven abilities in project management and problem-solving

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good decision-making abilities

Good time management and attention to detail

Strong analytical ability and associated problem-solving

Proven report writing and presentation skills

Company Description

(NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.