Analytical Food Chemist (m/w/d)

Introduction

Over the last twenty years, Analytica Alimentaria has consistently been an industry leader in Food Safety testing and risk mitigation. We eat the same foods everyone else does, so we work hard to help clients make decisions about which foods can be commercialized with integrity. We are a socially oriented company with a strong commitment to our customers, consumers and above all our team (especially in making sure our work environment aligns with our values).

Our goal is to help the world understand how important it is for everyone to have peace of mind in food consumption. The nature of socializing and work environments is changing, not just for us but for our clients and for society. We are doing our best to adapt both the way we work and the ways in which we partner with our clients. We are meticulous and efficient in our processes and take great care in recognizing that our team is our greatest value.

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Tasks

As a chemist you will use state-of-the-art analytical techniques to assess food safety risk on foodstuffs. Your tasks will include:

• Analysing pesticide residues and contaminants in (mainly) food samples by liquid or gas chromatography with mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS). For example, multi-residue (QuEChERS) methods, highly polar pesticides (QUPPE), mycotoxins, plant growth regulators, and many more.
• Evaluating samples according to customer requests (considering their specifications) and legal requirements (EU legislation standards).
• Applying standard operating procedures (SOPs) according to our ISO:17025 quality management system and maintaining laboratory documentation.
• Delivering results in a set timeframe (for example with 1-3 days turnaround time) in collaboration with the rest of the production team.
• Supporting our quality control measures; following and reviewing internal processes, calibrating equipment, keeping material logs, updating quality control cards, and participating in proficiency tests, among others.
• Performing routine and preventative maintenance for analytical instrumentation as well as occasional troubleshooting to ensure good performance of analysis and timely delivery of results.
• Participating in method improvements, development, and validation. For example, including new substances or optimising method parameters for lower LOQs.
• Collaborate with external subcontractors (technical customer service or repair staff) and suppliers where needed (English or German).
• Training of new employees, students or interns when needed.

Profile

Successful candidate must have:

• Successfully completed a university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science (with a focus on analytical techniques) or similar.
• More than 1 year of professional laboratory experience.
• Teamwork skills, a sense of responsibility, and excellent communication abilities (to listen and transmit messages with empathy).
• High flexibility and prioritisation capacities . The capability to quickly adapt to different challenges and work within time restraints. An organised and methodical workflow.
• Demonstrable experience in the fields of gas or liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry, including practical skills working with analytical instruments (e.g. maintenance, troubleshooting, method optimisation) and a hands-on mentality.
• Working knowledge of MS-Office applications for routine tasks, especially Excel.
• A solutions-oriented way to solve problems, proactivity, and accountability.
• Legal permission to work in Germany or the European Union. Willingness to work at our laboratory in Kleinmachnow (Berlin-Brandenburg). An ideal candidate will also meet some of the following qualifications:
• Basic knowledge and experience in the area of residue and contaminant testing and food safety (e.g. EU legislation, familiarity with QuEChERS methodologies, etc.).
• Experience or interest in food law or food safety. Familiarity in dealing with customers from related sectors (including producers, retailers, traders, importers, and exporters).
• Experience with laboratory information and management systems (LIMS) and/or databases.
• Experience with quality assurance systems or laboratory accreditation (e.g. QS, DAkkS). Languages: Intercultural competence and good English skills are a prerequisite. Additional Spanish or German skills will be preferentially considered.

We offer

• Competitive salary (depending on experience and own performance)
• Employee benefits programme with various options. Meal vouchers, private health management, internet allowance, Deutschlandticket, Urbansports and more
• Family atmosphere, a varied and interesting range of tasks and a "Duz" culture
• Long-term professional growth
• A growing and sustainable company: successful on the market for over 20 years
• A dynamic team and an international environment with employees from around 17 different nations
• Modern office

Additional Information

• Desired starting date: As soon as possible
• Contact: E-Mail-at Lina Guevara Talent Manager You are welcome to send us your application documents (curriculum vitae, letter of motivation and references) in German, English or Spanish.In Analytica Alimentaria we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we approach all aspects of our recruiting and hiring process in a transparent and non-discriminatory manner.