Analytical Scientist - Global NPP

About UPL

UPL is focused on emerging as a premier global provider of total crop solutions designed to secure the world’s long-term food supply. Winning farmers’ hearts across the globe, while leading the way with innovative products and services that make agriculture sustainable, UPL is the fastest growing company in the industry. Our successes in the field add up to powerful financials. UPL delivers results from protecting crops that translate into attractive investor value. Based on the recognition that humankind is one community, UPL’s overarching commitment is to improve areas of its presence, workplace, and customer engagement. Our purpose is ‘OpenAg’: an agriculture network that feeds sustainable growth for all. No limits, no borders.

About the Role

UPL’s OpenAg Center team has an immediate opening for a Scientist/Senior Scientist in Analytical Chemistry with skills in analyzing both small and large molecules and Data Analytics at its OpenAg Center in RTP, Durham, NC. The incumbent will play a key role in the organization and operation of analytical chemistry resources in support of laboratory and greenhouse operations in RTP and at UPL’s field development stations. The role is primarily focused on the characterization and development of new technologies but will also provide ancillary support for agricultural application testing and formulations.

Responsibilities

• Analytical evaluation of active molecules and formulations using advanced instrumentation.
• Design and implement strategies/processes for elucidating biochemical Mode of Action (MOA) for new agricultural technologies.
• Monitor regulation of gene and protein expression.
• Identify portfolio gaps based on MOA and work closely with Global Research Leads to find opportunities to fill such gaps.
• Support registration of products with various national and global regulatory agencies.
• Develop methods for the evaluation of impurities in manufacturing processes.
• Mentor junior chemists as needed.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology (with strong chemistry background).
• 2-5 years of experience in chemical analysis, method development, and validation in a regulated industry (agricultural, pharmaceutical, biotech), preferred.
• Highly proficient in the use of HPLC, MS, NMR, and advanced analytical biochemistry techniques.
• General coding and Data Analysis Software experience a plus.
• Experience with large molecule (protein, peptide, and oligonucleotide) identification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Skills

• Adaptability & Resilience: Recognizes and is open to changing circumstances and alters behavior and scales up as necessary; increases personal awareness and appreciation of individual and cultural differences to create an open, inclusive, and accepting workplace.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Has a creative mindset and ability to think holistically, takes calculated risks, and maximizes opportunities.
• Results Orientation: Takes action, pursues goals with persistence, and achieves results; communicates goals and vision to the team to drive enthusiasm and ambition.
• Execution Excellence: Enhances the speed of execution and builds efficiency in processes, systems, and people; has sharp focus on quality-orientation.
• Strategic Orientation: Demonstrates knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact the business. Identifies key issues that could impact the business and develops strategy through an analytical lens/design thinking.
• Building Teams and Talent: Empowers colleagues through knowledge sharing and delegation, quickly establishing rapport; provides recognition for achievements and accomplishments.
• Customer Centricity: Understands the customer needs and pain points, fulfills the needs and expectations by focusing on creating value for customers.