Analytical Chemist

Gowan Company is looking for an Analytical Chemist to work within our Research and Development group. The Research and Development group at the Yuma site supports many elements critical to the success of the Gowan Company.  The group supports chemical development, formulation development, manufacturing and supply chain, regulatory sciences, quality assurance, intellectual property as well as new business initiatives.  An Analytical Chemist will collaborate with group members to continue the tradition of scientific excellence in which timely, high-quality results allow the Gowan Company to make sound business decisions with the highest confidence.  

• Work safely at all times and follow all safety rules and requirements of the site, including waste disposal guidelines;
• Conduct analyses of raw materials, active ingredients, formulated products and lab development samples using on-site equipment;
• Coordinate the analyses of samples at external service providers;
• Interpret and communicate the results to group members and project team members, and produce reports, presentations other documentation;
• Develop new methods or modify existing methods to obtain accurate and useful results;
• Become a scientific expert for all active ingredient analytical methods and maintain an electronic library of in-force methods;
• Work to support the relevant departments of Quality Control (including QC MS support for cross-contamination investigations), Supply Chain and Formulation Development.
• Ensure that all analytical equipment is properly maintained in good working order; coordinate service and preventative maintenance visits with contractors;
• Maintain adequate parts and supplies for on-site instruments, and maintain a log of maintenance activities for each;
• Develop a detailed long-term capital plan to replace older analytical instruments with newer instruments consistent with the requirements and capabilities of the site; prepare specifications and obtain quotations needed for purchasing analytical equipment;
• Lead the technical transfer of analytical methods between Gowan and its external partner companies and institutions;
• Assist with troubleshooting for processes conducted at manufacturing sites;
• Maintain a standards library to support analysis of made-for-Gowan active ingredients;
• Conduct quality verification analyses on commercial samples of active ingredients;
• Evaluate GLP analytical reports for correctness and completeness;
• Provide training to group members as needed;
• Prepare robust Standard Operating Procedures as required;
• Support establishment of trade secrets, patents, etc.;
• Support management of chemical inventory and chemical waste;
• Travel (<20% of time) to attend conferences, field tests, manufacturing trials, and training;
• Other duties as assigned.

• Executes daily work plans with careful attention to all safety aspects of each task;
• Applies knowledge, experience and creativity to solve analytical challenges;
• Reliably provides precise and accurate analyses results;
• Interacts and collaborates with group members and extended team members in a highly professional manner;
• Works collaboratively and effectively with all personnel;
• Maintain positive and effective communication across functional teams
• Monitors industry trends with respect to analytics and recommend ways to enhance capability and improve performance of analytical activities at the site;

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degreeinchemistryor aclosely relatedfield and at least 7years ofexperiencein a similar role.
• Substantial experience developing robust methods on standard industrial analytical instruments, including GC, GC/MS, HPLC and HPLC/MS.
• Substantial experience conducting analysis of organic chemicals using standard industrial analytical instruments.
• Demonstrated experience in the use, maintenance and troubleshooting ofGCs,HPLCs and other standard industrial analytical instruments.
• Strong working knowledgeof organic chemicals, agricultural chemicals and formulations.
• Experience with supplier quality management programs.
• Proficientin operation ofpersonalcomputersusing standard office and network software.

Gowan Company is a global, agricultural solutions business headquartered in Yuma, AZ. There are many perks and benefits to working at Gowan, including monthly company luncheons, weekly happy half hour celebrations, global meetings, competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and paid time off as well as an annual company bonus contingent on individual performance and profitability of the company. Gowan's employees are part of a shared mission to help farmers improve the health and productivity of their crops to contribute to the food security of a growing global population.