Senior Laboratory Research Scientist - Analytical Chemistry
Core
Provide expert guidance, operational oversight, and day-to-day leadership for a small team of Laboratory Research Scientists to generate insights and methods supporting product innovation and R&D for Mars Petcare.
Role type
Senior Laboratory Research Scientist (Team Lead)
Builds
Robust scientific insights and validated analytical methods for food and biological samples
Domain
Analytical Chemistry / Food Science / Metabolomics
Required skills
PhD in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Metabolomics, hands-on experience with mass spectrometry (LC, GC, FT-ICR), sample analysis, method development and validation, team management, ELN usage
Preferred skills
biomarker discovery methodologies, translating FT-ICR or Metabolomics discoveries to bench-top assays
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and day-to-day management for a designated laboratory area, line manage up to 3 Laboratory Research Scientists, collaborate to develop and validate analytical methods, oversee operational aspects including third-party contractor coordination, ensure safety and compliance, maintain accurate records using ELN, contribute to knowledge sharing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
