Agilent Technologies, Inc.

ProcessChemist

$133–208k Folsom, California, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Process Chemist at Agilent Technologies, Inc.. Skills: Gas chromatography, Liquid chromatography, Analytical techniques, Problem-solving. Execute and oversee complex laboratory work. Provide on-floor and real-time troubleshooting”

What You'll Achieve.

Timely, customer-focused decision making; Right-first-time resolution of analytical questions; Effective corrective and preventive actions

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis; Structured problem-solving; Data interpretation

Eligibility Requirements

Occasional travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

BS in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience, 8+ years hands-on experience with gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (HPLC/UHPLC), Troubleshooting, validation, and supporting sample preparation techniques, Broad working knowledge of analytical techniques and detectors, Hands-on expertise in polymer/monomer synthesis and formulation, Proven ability to lead complex investigations, Translate analytical data into clear, actionable technical recommendations, Technical writing skills, Experience authoring protocols, validation documentation, and investigation reports, Demonstrated commitment to laboratory safety, quality systems, and data integrity

Nice to Have

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience, Experience with LCMS and/or GCMS for trace analysis, impurity profiling, and/or materials characterization, Additional analytical technique expertise (e.g., NMR, SEM, Karl Fischer, spectroscopy, microscopy), Knowledge of chromatography consumables, Experience working in GMP or regulated environments, Experience with method validation, method transfer, and continued process/method familiarity with DOE and statistical tools

What You'll Do.

Execute and oversee complex laboratory work

Provide on-floor and real-time troubleshooting

Prioritize work to meet manufacturing schedules

Design and execute statistically sound experiments

Interpret complex datasets

risk-based recommendations

Lead process performance evaluations

Lead robustness studies

Lead root cause analysis

and lifecycle improvements

Partner cross-functionally with QC

Align analytical strategy with product requirements

Align analytical strategy with control strategies

Align analytical strategy with operational priorities

Lead complex investigations related to manufacturing events

Lead complex investigations related to customer complaints

Apply structured problem-solving methodologies

Implement effective corrective and preventive actions

Drive continuous improvement of chromatography capability

Improve equipment and instrument performance

Improve preventative maintenance strategies

Improve method robustness

Author technical documentation

Review technical documentation

Approve technical documentation

Ensure data integrity

Provide technical leadership

Influence cross-functional teams

Drive adoption of best practices

Ensure work compliance with safety requirements

Ensure work compliance with quality requirements

Ensure work compliance with regulatory requirements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functionally with QC, QA, R&D, MSAT, and Global Operations; Cross-functional teams

Communication Scope

Technical writing; Data interpretation; Risk-based recommendations

Full Job Description

## **Job Description** * Execute and oversee complex laboratory work, primarily GC, with complementary techniques (e.g., LC, LCMS, GCMS) to enable timely, customer‑focused decision making in a manufacturing environment. * Provide on‑floor and real‑time troubleshooting as needed, prioritizing work to meet manufacturing schedules and ensuring timely, right‑first‑time resolution of analytical questions. * Design and execute statistically sound experiments (including DOE where appropriate), interpret complex datasets, and communicate clear, risk‑based recommendations to manufacturing and quality stakeholders. * Lead process performance evaluations, robustness studies, and root cause analysis to support deviations, CAPA, complaints, and lifecycle improvements. * Partner cross‑functionally with QC, QA, R&D, MSAT, and Global Operations to align analytical strategy with product requirements, control strategies, and operational priorities. * Lead and support complex investigations related to manufacturing events and customer complaints, applying structured problem‑solving methodologies to determine root cause and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. * Drive continuous improvement of chromatography capability, including equipment and instrument performance, preventative maintenance strategies, method robustness, and technical engagement with vendors as required. * Author, review, and approve high‑quality technical documentation (e.g., protocols, validation and transfer reports, deviations/investigations, change controls), ensuring traceability, compliance, and data integrity. * Provide technical leadership through mentoring and coaching, influencing cross‑functional teams and driving adoption of best practices in chromatography and laboratory execution. * Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, with a strong focus on good documentation practices and data integrity. ## ## **Qualifications** **Qualification

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