Process Chemist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026.
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Chemist (Temporary position - Maternity leave cover) to join our Chemistry Consumables team, to optimise existing Products/Processes and drive process, cost & continuous improvement projects with the use of Lean/Six Sigma tools & methodology.
Responsibilities
- Liaise with R&D, Marketing, Taunton Production and Wexford Production & Quality Departments
- Develop manufacturing/product testing processes which consistently deliver high quality HPLC/UPLC columns
- Design and implement stability indicating experiments to ensure product stability
- Support investigations related to customer feedback
- Project Management of Continuous Improvement initiatives/6 Sigma activities
- Support projects associated with student placements
- Conduct all project activities in accordance with appropriate standards (21CFR820, ISO9001, ISO13485, GMP)
Qualifications
- BSc. or higher in chemistry or relevant science discipline
- Relevant laboratory/industry experience in a similar role
- Experience in the use of Waters acquisition software is an advantage
- Proven abilities in project management and problem-solving
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good decision-making abilities
- Good time management and attention to detail
- Strong analytical ability and associated problem-solving
- Proven report writing and presentation skills
Company Description
Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.