Job Description

Agilent encourages and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic, and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Want more information on Agilent? Check out www.agilent.com!

About us

The R&D team in Middelburg is part of the Agilent Chemistries and Supplies Division focusing on consumables for gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (HPLC). We are seeking an experienced analytical chemist to join our innovative and dynamic international team. This role demands a high degree of creativity, initiative and self-direction.

Key Responsibilities

Innovative Development: Lead and support the design and development of new and innovative (prep) HPLC columns and related consumables.Product Evaluation: Conduct thorough evaluations through column loading, analytical testing, column hardware assessment, and application testing.Technology Transfer: Facilitate the transfer of technology from the R&D lab to manufacturing, ensuring a smooth transition from lab prototypes to large scale production.Collaboration: Work closely with the local and global R&D teams, contributing both independently and as part of a team.Documentation: Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks, write production protocols, and prepare research reports. Presenting work to R&D and management.

QualificationsEducational Background: University degree (preferably Master/PhD) in Analytical Chemistry with several years of relevant experience or equivalent experience.Domain Expertise: Strong knowledge in chromatography and analytical chemistry.Technical Skills: Demonstrated hands-on experience in (prep) HPLC chromatography, LC-MS and other related analytical techniques.Problem-Solving: Ability to solve complex chromatographic issues.Communication: Excellent verbal and written experience in English (Dutch is a plus).

Why join us?

Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values creativity and innovation.Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development.Global Impact: Work on projects that have a significant impact on the global market.Collaborative Culture: Engage with a supportive and collaborative team.Competitive compensation and benefits package (yearly company bonus, private health care, pension scheme, discounted stock purchase plan, medical & life insurance…)

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required: 10% of the Time

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: R&D