Analytical Chemist

• Start: Asap
• End: 1 year contract with potential extension
• Location: Münchwilen, AG (onsite, up to 2 days remote after onboarding per company policy)
• Workload: 100% (42h/week)
• Department: Analytics Development

Analytical Chemist - Research Scientist 3 position focused on mass spectrometry and structure elucidation. The role involves developing and implementing analytical strategies, applying high-resolution mass spectrometry to challenging problems, and supporting product development projects with state-of-the-art expertise.

• Design and implement MS analytical strategies to support product development projects
• Use high-resolution mass spectrometry and advanced software tools to solve complex analytical questions
• Interpret MS data and perform structure elucidation of unknown compounds in reaction masses, active ingredients, and final products
• Advise on and conduct analytical experiments to address structure elucidation questions
• Integrate and interpret data from multiple sources for project teams
• Develop and apply quantitative methodologies to meet project objectives
• Maintain and optimize instruments, ensuring high performance and reliability
• Keep up to date with advances in mass spectrometry, chromatography, and informatics systems
• Propose and implement improvements to enhance team capabilities and system capacity

• Minimum 5 years’ experience applying mass spectrometry to determine small molecule chemical structures
• MSc degree / Fachhochschulabschluss / Chemielaborant Ausbildung in chemistry or related field
• Strong theoretical understanding of small molecule MS, with practical experience optimizing instruments in industry or research
• Proven experience in liquid chromatography and LC-MS method development
• Established expertise in acquisition and interpretation of complex MS data
• Solid understanding of chemical structures and synthetic chemistry mechanisms
• Ability to prioritize and deliver results under tight deadlines
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills and experience working in multicultural environments
• Fluency in German (min. B2) and English (B2), both spoken and written
• Motivation to continuously learn and keep up to date with spectroscopic science