Senior Analytical Chemist

The Senior Analytical Chemist will be a key member of BioMADE’s Hayward pilot plant operations team. This facility supports clients developing emerging fermentation technologies by enabling demonstration of upstream and downstream processes at a scale that informs future commercial design. The Senior Analytical Chemist is responsible for developing and transferring analytical methods, establishing sample handling and data practices, and providing high-quality analytical support throughout each client campaign.

This role works closely with the Projects Lead, Operations Manager, Shift Supervisors, and Technical Laboratory Manager to ensure seamless analytical integration within pilot- plant operations. The Senior Analytical Chemist will oversee the performance and reliability of analytical instrumentation, drive fit-for-purpose data and documentation practices, and communicate analytical progress and risks to internal teams and clients.

Success in this role requires strong expertise in analytical chemistry, hands-on experience with a range of analytical platforms (HPLC, GC-MS, UPLC, LC-MS, etc.), and the ability to translate client needs into actionable analytical strategies. As part of a lean and highly cross-functional site team, the role will also be expected to proactively cross-train in adjacent laboratory functions and provide hands-on support, as needed, in areas such as microbiology and lab-scale fermentation operations. The Senior Analytical Chemist will exemplify BioMADE’s “zero harm” safety culture, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and help build a robust analytical capability as the Hayward site grows.