Scientist (m/w/d) – Laboratory Excellence & Training

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical contact and consultant for employees, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders on analytical and laboratory-related topics.
• Plan, deliver, and continuously improve training programs, workshops, and technical knowledge-sharing initiatives for laboratory teams.
• Develop, validate, and optimize analytical methods while ensuring quality and process control in compliance with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Lead and implement efficiency, cost-optimization, and continuous improvement projects within Analytics and Materials Science laboratories.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, CPC, Application teams, external laboratories, and global TechCenters to support troubleshooting, innovation, and project execution.
• Career Development
• Coordinate and evaluate global interlaboratory comparisons, monitor quality measures, and drive the introduction of new analytical methodologies.
• Prepare and maintain technical reports, guidelines, work instructions, and other quality documentation in accordance with ISO 9001 and DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Proven professional experience in analytical chemistry, with basic knowledge of materials science.
• Strong expertise in instrumental analysis and hands-on experience with analytical methods and laboratory techniques.
• Experience delivering technical training, workshops, and presentations to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in relevant laboratory software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in international and multicultural environments.
• Structured, proactive, and team-oriented working style, with strong organizational skills, flexibility, resilience, and willingness to travel internationally.