Scientific Specialist (m/f/d)

Your Profile:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in food science, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline.
  
• 5+ years of experience in laboratory science, analytical chemistry, microbiology, or related fields
  
• Strong knowledge of Microbiology Rapid Platforms (e.g., VIDAS, PCR, etc.) and microbiological testing methods.
  
• Experience with analytical method development and validation, sample handling and chain-of-custody procedures
  
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  
• Ability to manage multiple complex technical priorities
  
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
  Customer-focused approach

Your Tasks:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for laboratory instrumentation, analytical methods, and emerging scientific technologies.
  
• Provide advanced technical support and guidance to laboratory operations, project teams, and business development groups.
  
• Develop, evaluate, validate, and optimize analytical methods and technologies to support operational and research needs.
  
• Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and analytical processes, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
  
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure laboratory methods, systems, and procedures remain compliant with applicable standards.
  
• Develop, review, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory protocols.
  
• Provide senior-level data review to ensure analytical accuracy, quality, and adherence to QA/QC requirements.
  
• Support laboratory operations through method optimization, process improvements, and technical consultation.
  
• Coordinate and support complex technical or research projects from planning through completion.
  
• Contribute to preparation of technical proposals, research plans, reports, and scientific documentation.
  
• Serve as a technical contact for internal stakeholders and external clients for project-related inquiries when required.
  
• Train laboratory personnel on instrumentation, analytical techniques, and laboratory procedures.
  
• Evaluate new technologies, instrumentation, and methodologies and recommend strategic implementation.
  
• Establish and maintain relationships with laboratory equipment vendors and technology suppliers.
  
• Participate in industry meetings, workshops, and professional seminars to remain current with scientific advancements.
  
• Support business development initiatives by providing technical expertise for specialized projects or client requirements.
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality systems, and health and safety programs.
  
• Participate in internal and external audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

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