Analytical Chemist - AMVAC: An American Vanguard Company

The Scientist, Analytical Services, provides Analytical Chemistry support to AMVAC®’s business units and manufacturing efforts to enable effective and accurate decision making in process chemistry research, formulation development, regulatory support and quality control.

About AMVAC

AMVAC Chemical Corporation, an American Vanguard® Company, headquartered in the U.S., is a global technology solutions provider for agriculture and a leader in proven chemistries, green solutions, precision application systems including SIMPAS® and SmartBox®, and sustainability solutions for plant and soil health. AMVAC successfully serves global markets through development, manufacturing and marketing of products for agricultural and commercial use.

At American Vanguard, we believe in growth, innovation, and opportunity. We understand that a successful business is built on the strength of its people which is why we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fueling success and cultivating potential.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute analytical testing and physical characterization of AMVAC® products including end-use products, raw materials, active ingredients and inerts using state-of-the-art analytical techniques
• Provide analytical support for local and regional analytical operations including method development and validation for AMVAC® manufacturing facilities across the U.S.
• Serve as GLP Study Director independently executing GLP studies to determine product identity, composition, stability and other physical & chemical properties.
• Maintenance of GLP SOPs including identification of new SOPs, and improvement of the existing systems
• Act as Analytical Coordinator for contract GLP studies
• General maintenance, repair and calibration of analytical instrumentation
• Stay current on Analytical Services best practices and keep track of analytical science trends and development
• Serve as a technical expert in Analytical Services inside AMVAC®

Education Requirements:

• M.S. in Analytical Chemistry Required
• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry preferred

Skills & Qualifications:

• 2+ years of expertise working with method developments with Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry and other modern techniques required
• Experience in a GLP or GMP regulated working environment
• In-depth understanding of chromatography and spectroscopy principles, techniques and instrumentation
• Adept in analytical problem solving
• Ability to design and execute experimentation
• Self-motivated to work safely and deliver high quality results
• Familiar with worldwide Agrochemicals Registration requirements desired
• Good organizational, documentation and computer skills: WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, etc.

AMVAC Offers:

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision offered at low cost to employees and their families
• Life; AD&D insurance for employees and their families
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching after 30 days
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount

• AMVAC is an American Vanguard Company (NYSE: AVD)
• Salary from $90K to $110K depending on education and experience
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available
• Wellness program and other benefits

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing.