Analytical Chemistry & Measurement Science Associate, R&D

at  Reckitt

Home to the world’s best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.
Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

THE EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• BS, MS or PhD in Chemistry; BS with 5+ years, MS with 3+ years, or PhD with 0-1 year of relevant work experience in an R&D analytical laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated fundamental understanding of analytical chemistry and its related technologies, such as LC, GC, ICP, FTIR and wet chemistry techniques. Working knowledge of mass spectrometry (MS) is beneficial.
• Experience in analytical method development and validation.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to think critically and creatively to identify and solve scientific problems incorporating holistic data review and interpretation.Ability to work independently and in a cross-functional team environment.
• Please note that the duties and responsibilities within this role may change over the course of employment, which will require flexibility

THE SKILLS FOR SUCCESS

R&D, Product Lifecycle Management, Commercial Awareness, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building, Collaborator, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability.

EQUALITY

We recognise that in real life, great people don’t always ‘tick all the boxes’. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don’t meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reckitt Montvale is seeking an analytical chemist to join our team in the role of R&D Associate in the Chemistry & Measurement Science lab. The successful candidate will be active in the lab and act as a project lead to provide analytical expertise for Health & Hygiene global new product development, including the Lysol, Dettol, and Harpic brands. The candidate must have the desire to become a technical leader, working in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize expertise in analytical chemistry to drive R&D projects to better understand product functionality and efficacy.
• Lead the development and validation of new methods for product launch and claim support.
• Utilize a wide range of Analytical techniques, including chromatography (LC and GC), mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy to provide efficient and robust analysis.
• Support the advancement of analytical capabilities through identification of new technologies and methodologies.
• Conduct studies in a timely manner and concisely communicate results to a variety of audiences.
• Prepare scientific reports, technical documents, SOPs, and protocols for internal or external publication/presentation.
• Serve as technical mentor for junior chemists on analytical method and instrument issues.