Researcher Analytical Chemistry - Project Manager

Are you a passionate analytical chemist with project management experience? Do you excel at providing technical solutions to a variety of analytical challenges? Are you interested in applying analytical technologies to assess the properties of chemicals? Do you have the ability to manage and coordinate various projects effectively? If so, then we are looking for you!

At Nouryon, our global team of Changemakers takes positive action every day to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future.  

About the job

As Researcher in Analytical Chemistry and project manager, you will independently or collaboratively prepare, oversee execution, analyze and interpret guideline tests and research projects to investigate the physico-chemical properties of Nouryon’s substances and products (e.g. hydrolysis/solubility studies, evaluation partition coefficient). You will analytically support the evaluation of environmental fate and ecotoxicology behaviour of Nouryon’s chemicals. For several projects, you will oversee project timelines and deliverables and ensure compliance with GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) standards.

You will be part of the Environmental Chemistry Team at the Expert Capability Group – Measurement and Analytical Science (ECG-MAS).

In your future role as Researcher and Project Manager you will:

• Manage medium to large projects including project timelines and overall deliverables.
• Interact with customers and other stakeholders including advice on testing strategies and regular communication during studies.
• As study director, prepare GLP physico-chemical study plans and test reports.
• Ensure the quality and timely reporting of the results.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work and general tasks necessary for laboratory operations.
• Ensure the correct functioning of instruments and analytical data system.
• Operate physico-chemical tests and provide analytical support for biodegradation and ecotoxicology studies.
• Develop and implement methodologies for analyzing materials and products in support of the above projects.
• Maintain GLP items and procedures for assigned tasks.
• Stay updated on developments in the field of analytical chemistry applicable for regulatory studies, especially for complex substances (such as polymers or natural products) and of analysis at low levels analysis in environmental matrices.

We believe you bring:

• At a least Bachelor’s degree preferably in Analytical Chemistry.

• In-depth knowledge of analytical chemistry with 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, motivated and flexible attitude.
• Accuracy (attention for detail) and hands-on mentality.
• High affinity with computerized systems and hardware of analytical techniques.

Great if you have

• Comprehensive understanding of the Good Laboratory Practice principles including a training as Study Director.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and guideline testing in the field of physico-chemical and fate tests (e.g. OECD series 100).
• Experience interacting with clients and suppliers.
• Analytical-, result- and customer-oriented mind-set.
• Eagerness to learn and to participate in the upcoming challenges.

• Fluency in English (verbal and written) and Dutch (or willing to learn).

About your future department:

Regulation of chemicals used in different industrial and domestic applications requires thorough evaluation including their unambiguous identification and risk assessment for control of potential effect on health or environment. With this purpose, the physical & chemical properties of the chemicals, their environmental fate and (eco)toxicology behaviour must be fully understood. This evaluation is performed with the help of specific practical tests to generate the information required by the regulatory authorities.

Part of Nouryon’s Expert Capability Group – Measurement and Analytical Science (ECG-MAS), the Environmental Chemistry laboratory is specialized in performing environmental and physico-chemical tests according to international standard guidelines and under the Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) quality system. Our knowledge on environmental and analytical chemistries ensures assessment of behaviour and properties of the chemicals under optimal conditions. Results from the environmental and physico-chemical testing and research find use in substance profiling including classification and labelling, registrations, notifications, risk assessments and contribute to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) production.

Good to know

This is a permanent position on a full-time basis, based in Deventer office and we are considering candidates who are already based in the Netherlands.

Please apply via our online recruitment system. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once it's with us we will review to see if we have a match between your skills and the role! For more information about our hiring process, visit: nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/  

We look forward to receiving your application! 

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About Nouryon

We’re looking for tomorrow’s Changemakers, today. 

If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team of Changemakers in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment. 

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Contact

For additional information about the vacancy please contact Patrycja Szczawinska Corporate recruiter via patrycja.szczawinska@nouryon.com

If you have any questions about the recruitment process or your application or need assistance, please contact: recruiting.nl@nouryon.com  

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