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Example spectroscopist requirements on a job description
Spectroscopist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in spectroscopist job postings.
Sample spectroscopist requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Physics or related field.
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of spectroscopic instrumentation.
- Familiarity with spectroscopic and chromatographic data analysis.
- Knowledge of modern laboratory safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Sample required spectroscopist soft skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility to changing work priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Spectroscopist job description example 1
Altria spectroscopist job description
Conduct and lead spectroscopy-based method development and testing to support product/packaging development, process analytical technology, engineering, and regulatory affairs for a Fortune 200 company with some of the most iconic brands! Have a bachelor's degree in Spectroscopy, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science? Have experience in the area of Molecular/Structural Spectroscopy? If so, we want to speak with you!
We are actively recruiting an
Analytical Spectroscopist
to join our Analytical Science team in
Richmond, VA.
As an Analytical Spectroscopist you will provide scientific expertise for product and materials testing supporting business-critical projects, with applications that will span the entire product development process, from feasibility, development, manufacturing, to regulatory reporting.
What you'll be doing:
•Conduct analyses of prototypes and products using an array of state of the art spectroscopic instrumentations and approaches
•Expand existing spectroscopy methods to include new matrices for which little to no precedent exists
•Develop spectroscopic analyses that can be combined with other analytical characterization techniques (i.e., hyphenated spectroscopy strategies)
•Engage directly with product developers, engineers, and regulatory affairs teams to guide measurement strategies, problem solving, and quickly translate data into useful information
•Identify gaps in current testing capabilities (including both laboratory and inline/online/at-line assessments), researching options to address those gaps, and making recommendations for new technologies
•Correlate results from various analyses to create impactful sample insights
•Draft test method procedures and work instructions
•Provide regular reports and presentations on work outputs to customers and management
•Cross-train other team members and lab personnel on test methodologies, as well as directing the work of others
•Transfer methods to contract labs and manufacturing sites
What we want you to have:
•Bachelor of Science with major in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
•5+ years of demonstrated experience and expertise in the field of Spectroscopy, with proven capability working with a wide range of sample formats (e.g., solids, liquids, gasses, complex mixtures, natural products)
•Required experience in vibrational spectroscopy, including Mid-IR spectral interpretation, FTIR applications, and reflectance techniques (ATR, specular and diffuse)
•Preferred experience in evolved gas analysis (EGA), FT-IR microspectroscopy, near infrared (NIR), time-resolved (TRS), and TGA-IR
•Prefer working knowledge of one or more of the following: Oral dosage forms/aerosol/blend characterization, pharmaceutical-related testing approaches, process analysis and control, release testing, quality by design (QbD), chemometrics (principal component analysis)
•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, multi-task, and be a strong team player
•Proficiency in laboratory skills, and operating / maintaining spectroscopy-based testing equipment
•Experienced in method development, data interpretation, and methods validation
•Experienced in crafting reports and delivering results in cross-functional group settings
•Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills, team building, and a commitment to quality
In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our incentive compensation and deferred profit-sharing programs as well as a relocation assistance.
Company Overview
Altria has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers age 21+.Altria's Vision through 2030 is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a non-combustible future.Altria is Moving Beyond Smoking™,leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices -believing it is a substantial opportunity for adult tobacco consumers, Altria's businesses and society.Altria's wholly owned subsidiaries include the most profitable tobacco companies in their categories:Philip Morris USA Inc. (PM USA), U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company LLC (USSTC),and John Middleton Co. (Middleton).Altria's smoke-free portfolio includes Helix Innovations LLC (Helix), the maker of on! oral nicotine pouches,exclusive U.S. commercialization rights to the IQOS Tobacco Heating System®* and Marlboro HeatSticks®*,and an equity investment in JUUL Labs, Inc. (JUUL).Altria also owns equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (ABI),the world's largest brewer, and Cronos Group Inc. (Cronos), a leading Canadian cannabinoid company.At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future.We are inspired to bring our best because our unique strengths are valued.We believe our personal success and progress should be guided by Our Cultural Aspiration, a new articulation of what we value and who we aspire to be, collectively.Our Cultural Aspiration respects and complements individual identity,embracing each other's unique strengths, welcoming newcomers and developing the best, most inclusive and diverse teams.Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer.Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. *IQOS Devices and HeatSticks® are currently unavailable for sale in the United States.
We are actively recruiting an
Analytical Spectroscopist
to join our Analytical Science team in
Richmond, VA.
As an Analytical Spectroscopist you will provide scientific expertise for product and materials testing supporting business-critical projects, with applications that will span the entire product development process, from feasibility, development, manufacturing, to regulatory reporting.
What you'll be doing:
•Conduct analyses of prototypes and products using an array of state of the art spectroscopic instrumentations and approaches
•Expand existing spectroscopy methods to include new matrices for which little to no precedent exists
•Develop spectroscopic analyses that can be combined with other analytical characterization techniques (i.e., hyphenated spectroscopy strategies)
•Engage directly with product developers, engineers, and regulatory affairs teams to guide measurement strategies, problem solving, and quickly translate data into useful information
•Identify gaps in current testing capabilities (including both laboratory and inline/online/at-line assessments), researching options to address those gaps, and making recommendations for new technologies
•Correlate results from various analyses to create impactful sample insights
•Draft test method procedures and work instructions
•Provide regular reports and presentations on work outputs to customers and management
•Cross-train other team members and lab personnel on test methodologies, as well as directing the work of others
•Transfer methods to contract labs and manufacturing sites
What we want you to have:
•Bachelor of Science with major in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
•5+ years of demonstrated experience and expertise in the field of Spectroscopy, with proven capability working with a wide range of sample formats (e.g., solids, liquids, gasses, complex mixtures, natural products)
•Required experience in vibrational spectroscopy, including Mid-IR spectral interpretation, FTIR applications, and reflectance techniques (ATR, specular and diffuse)
•Preferred experience in evolved gas analysis (EGA), FT-IR microspectroscopy, near infrared (NIR), time-resolved (TRS), and TGA-IR
•Prefer working knowledge of one or more of the following: Oral dosage forms/aerosol/blend characterization, pharmaceutical-related testing approaches, process analysis and control, release testing, quality by design (QbD), chemometrics (principal component analysis)
•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, multi-task, and be a strong team player
•Proficiency in laboratory skills, and operating / maintaining spectroscopy-based testing equipment
•Experienced in method development, data interpretation, and methods validation
•Experienced in crafting reports and delivering results in cross-functional group settings
•Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills, team building, and a commitment to quality
In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our incentive compensation and deferred profit-sharing programs as well as a relocation assistance.
Company Overview
Altria has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers age 21+.Altria's Vision through 2030 is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a non-combustible future.Altria is Moving Beyond Smoking™,leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices -believing it is a substantial opportunity for adult tobacco consumers, Altria's businesses and society.Altria's wholly owned subsidiaries include the most profitable tobacco companies in their categories:Philip Morris USA Inc. (PM USA), U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company LLC (USSTC),and John Middleton Co. (Middleton).Altria's smoke-free portfolio includes Helix Innovations LLC (Helix), the maker of on! oral nicotine pouches,exclusive U.S. commercialization rights to the IQOS Tobacco Heating System®* and Marlboro HeatSticks®*,and an equity investment in JUUL Labs, Inc. (JUUL).Altria also owns equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (ABI),the world's largest brewer, and Cronos Group Inc. (Cronos), a leading Canadian cannabinoid company.At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future.We are inspired to bring our best because our unique strengths are valued.We believe our personal success and progress should be guided by Our Cultural Aspiration, a new articulation of what we value and who we aspire to be, collectively.Our Cultural Aspiration respects and complements individual identity,embracing each other's unique strengths, welcoming newcomers and developing the best, most inclusive and diverse teams.Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer.Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. *IQOS Devices and HeatSticks® are currently unavailable for sale in the United States.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024