Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

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Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

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Job Details

Contract Type: Unlimited / Full-Time

Country / City: United States / Florham Park, NJ

Company: Beiersdorf Inc.

Job Function: Research & Development

Your Tasks

• Developing and evaluating analytical methods, providing analytical support for new product development.
• Executing analytical testing procedures for early prototypes, informal stability, process optimization, clinical sample testing and cleaning validation sample testing required in support of new product development.
• Designing, executing and interpreting complex laboratory experiments in a fast-paced environment.
• Generating accurate scientific analytical data.
• Supporting and /or conducting investigations.
• Accurately interpret, document and enter results into the LIMS database.
• Writing analytical test methods, method development reports, method validation protocols, method validation reports.
• Assisting with troubleshooting analytical methods.
• Compiling accurate scientific data in various reports, or other documents.
• Responsible for accurately reviewing scientific data to ensure compliance with all requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, AA, IR, UV-VIS) and wet chemical techniques with strong focus on HPLC.
• Use and familiarization of various types of software including Word, Empower software, and Excel spreadsheets.
• Solid background in chemistry and good problem-solving skills.
• Capable of communicating effectively and collaborating with other scientists within the group, cross functionally and across sites.

The Associate Scientist Analytical Development is responsible for supporting new product development with analytical method development and testing. Has working knowledge in stability testing. The position interacts closely with the sun care formulation development and process scientists to provide physical testing and characterization of new developmental formulas leading to novel new products for sun care and other topical derma formulations. Responsible for maintaining laboratory for daily operations and ensuring timely completion of routine monthly activities.

Your Profile

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or international equivalent with 2 or more years of proven experience.
• A Master's degree in Chemistry or international equivalent with 1 or more years of proven experience.
• A Ph.D. in Chemistry with postdoctoral or international equivalent or 0 or more years of proven experience.

Base Salary Range: $70k - 88,500K -base salary

Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills and other factors.

Additional information

At Beiersdorf, we value diversity and aim to provide equal opportunities to all of our applicants - regardless of e.g. gender, sexual identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion or ideology, disability or age. We would therefore ask you to include only information and data in your documents which are relevant for the assessment of your application (e.g. curriculum vitae with relevant references and certificates). For instance, please feel free to upload your CV without a picture.

Beiersdorf North America - Recent Awards

• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company Outlook (2021, 2024, 2025)• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company Work Life Balance (2025)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company Culture (2023, 2024)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company Compensation (2020, 2022-2024)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company Perks and Benefits (2024, 2025)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company for Happiness (2022,2023, 2024, 2025)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best CEO / General Manager (2020, 2024)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Sales Team (2023, 2024, 2025)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Leadership Teams (2020, 2021, 2023, 2025)
• Winner of Comparably''s Award for Best Company for Diversity (2022)

Check us out on Comparably: https://www.comparably.com/companies/beiersdorf

Having trouble applying? Go to www.BeiersdorfUSA.com to search our careers page. Beiersdorf is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Benefits vary by role and location. Let's discuss the details.

About Beiersdorf

Caring for skin means caring for people.

It all started with a pharmacist and a dream almost 140 years ago. Today, Beiersdorf is a global company with iconic brands - Coppertone, Aquaphor, Eucerin and NIVEA - focused on providing innovative, clinically-proven and safe skin and sun care solutions to more than 500 million consumers in over 200 countries - making people feel comfortable in their own skin.

At Beiersdorf, we care beyond skin. We care for people - our employees, our customers, our consumers and our communities - and our planet. We know that diversity of thought, backgrounds, experience and perspective enriches our culture and fosters innovation and ingenuity.  We know that responsibly-sourced, sustainable products and packaging make for a more sustainable future. And we know that when your skin feels better, you feel better.

A welcoming workplace that offers personal and professional growth for all individuals.

At Beiersdorf, you'll find:

• A welcoming workplace that fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported• Nimble teams that enjoy challenging work and the ability to make an impact
• A dynamic community of life-long learners that values acumen, aptitude and the ability to learn as well as hard skills and established expertise
• A purpose-led company that cares about your personal and professional development with the right balance of structure and flexibility to thrive
• A collaborative culture that leads with care, trust, simplicity, and courage

Unique benefits that consider the whole person.

We understand that you have a life outside of work, and we support you with unique benefits including:

• Generous and flexible PTO policy
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness and Benefits program
• Cash Balance Plan (similar to a pension)
• 401k match
• Growing number of Employee Resource Groups or affinity groups - to foster meaningful connections and belonging with other colleagues

Experience, skills and competencies that lend themselves to this role:

We know that experience comes in all forms and we're not necessarily looking for individuals who can hit the ground running ('check all the boxes') but may bring a unique blend of competence and capabilities that can grow into a role and/or bring news skills to the team.

The Associate Scientist Analytical Development is responsible for performing extensive laboratory work to support analytical method development, validation, method transfer, clinical sample testing, cleaning validation sample testing, physical testing and characterization of developmental formulas for Sun care and other Derma topical formulations. Additional responsibilities include ensuring equipment maintenance and calibration are completed, conducting water testing, and supporting analytical method development, validation, and transfer.

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Your benefits

International Work Environment

Critical Illness Policy

Attractive Salary

Buddies & Mentoring

Modern Office & Equipment

Health & Wellbeing Offers

Corporate Training & Development

International Work Environment

Critical Illness Policy

Attractive Salary

Buddies & Mentoring

Modern Office & Equipment

Health & Wellbeing Offers

Corporate Training & Development

Get to know: Ernesto

Beiersdorf Health Care is dedicated to developing trusted wound care solutions for everyday minor wounds. In our R&D Health Care department, we achieve this through innovation, expertise, and close collaboration across functions. In Venezuela, where I grew up, we called a plaster "a curita." Now, helping shape the future of trusted brands like Hansaplast, Elastoplast, and CURITAS through cutting-edge research is a true privilege.

Research & Development

Want to join us in unlocking the complex mechanisms of skin? Our R&D teams are involved in researching effective active ingredients and developing innovative formulas that impress consumers around the world. If you are creative, driven by scientific curiosity, and interested in pioneering technologies, for example in the field of artificial intelligence, then join our Research & Development team and let your potential shine! With us, you will shape the future directly - for the skincare of tomorrow.

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