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Within Agilent’s Global Operations organization, our Materials Science and Technology (MSAT) teams play a critical role in enabling robust manufacturing, accelerating innovation, and ensuring the quality and reliability of products that reach customers around the world.
We are seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist/Scientist to join the MSAT organization, providing expert analytical chemistry support across chromatography consumables and performance chemistries. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Global Operations to support both on‑market products and New Product Introductions (NPIs), driving improvements in quality, delivery, and cost.
This is a site‑based role in Folsom, CA, one of Agilent’s strategic Global Operations manufacturing locations, where the individual will provide hands‑on GC and LC analytical expertise to support day‑to‑day manufacturing priorities, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Own the full lifecycle of critical LC/GC analytical methods, including development, optimization, qualification/validation, transfer, and change control, to support routine release/testing and MSAT problem solving.
Execute and oversee complex laboratory work, primarily GC and LC (HPLC/UHPLC), with complementary techniques (e.g., LCMS, GCMS) to enable timely, customer‑focused decision making in a manufacturing environment.
Act as the site chromatography subject matter expert, establishing standards and best practices for separation science, method robustness, system suitability, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of Agilent markets and critical GC/LC applications is a plus.
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 product and process performance evaluations, robustness studies, and root cause analysis to support deviations, CAPA, complaints, and lifecycle improvements.
Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, QC, QA, R&D, 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.
Provide on‑floor and near real‑time troubleshooting as needed, prioritizing work to meet manufacturing schedules and ensuring timely, right‑first‑time resolution of analytical questions.
Drive continuous improvement of chromatography capability, including 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.
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
8+ years of hands‑on experience with liquid chromatography (HPLC/UHPLC) and gas chromatography (GC), including method development, troubleshooting, validation, and supporting sample preparation techniques.
Broad working knowledge of analytical techniques and detectors (e.g., MS, UV, FID, TCD) with the ability to select fit‑for‑purpose analytical approaches.
Proven ability to lead complex investigations and translate analytical data into clear, actionable technical recommendations.
Strong technical writing skills, with experience authoring protocols, validation documentation, and investigation reports.
Demonstrated commitment to laboratory safety, quality systems, and data integrity.
Preferred Qualifications
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) is a plus.
Knowledge of chromatography consumables (columns, stationary phases, sample preparation) and performance chemistry evaluations.
Experience working in GMP or regulated environments, including change control, deviations, CAPA, and inspection‑ready documentation.
Experience with method validation, method transfer, and continued process/method verification; familiarity with DOE and statistical tools.
Track record of technical leadership, influencing cross‑functional and/or cross‑site stakeholders without direct authority.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least April 28, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $132,851.00 - $207,580.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.