Senior Chemist

2 weeks ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Full time

Chemistry & Physics (Science & Technology)

Full time

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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally. We are an iconic New Zealand company with a consistent growth strategy ensuring an expanding range of innovative devices for use in respiratory care, acute care and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.

About the role

At our cutting-edge laboratory, we are looking for a Senior Chemist with a strong background in GCMS, LCMS and ICPMS to join our Test Centre Team. As a Senior Chemist, you will play a key role in evaluating our highly regulated products for chemical content. You will work closely with the team to ensure that outcomes are turned around quickly, and that our products meet the highest international standards.

This role is ideal for a practical, hands-on chemist who enjoys delving into the intricacies of the chemical make-up of the materials our products are made of. We encourage you to share your ideas and enthusiasm for chemistry, and we will provide you with the resources and support you need to succeed.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

  • Developing and validating GCMS, LCMS, and ICPMS methods for the analysis of complex matrices
  • Reviewing and interpreting analytical data and writing scientific reports
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and improve analytical methods
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously and providing leadership to junior chemists
  • Provide training and guidance to Product Development Engineers on sample preparation
  • Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and quality control procedures
  • Driving a process of continuous improvement of analytical processes and Quality Assurance procedures

Skills and Experience

  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 5+ years of experience in GCMS, LCMS and ICPMS
  • Strong background in analytical method development and validation
  • Familiarity with bio-compatibility testing and toxicity
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize analytical methods
  • Experience in managing projects and mentoring junior scientists
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Familiarity with FDA, ISO-900, and ISO-17025 and other regulatory requirements and guidelines
  • Employee share purchase scheme
  • Bi-annual Profit share
  • Life, Critical illness and Income Protection Insurance
  • Discounted Health Insurance
  • Active Social clubs & community groups
  • In-house training programs from external providers
  • Purchasing privileges for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and Medela products
  • Banking and Insurance discounts
  • Free Parking
  • Beautiful campus with green spaces
  • Annual Salary Review
  • High rates of internal promotion
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities

About Us

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally. We are an iconic New Zealand company with a consistent growth strategy ensuring an expanding range of innovative devices for use in respiratory care, acute care and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.

We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and Women in Engineering play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Diversity Works NZ, Pride Pledge and Global Women.

As entering hospitals or other healthcare environments is a requirement of this role, the successful candidate will need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (currently two doses + booster) and will be asked to provide evidence confirming this to ensure compliance with all relevant legal and third party requirements.

Requisition ID: 4518
Posting end date: 24/06/2024

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