Head of Analytics R&D (m/f/d)

We manufacture high-quality refining chemicals, intermediates, and exclusive active ingredients for the world’s leading chemical and pharmaceutical industries. As a company with a production site in Dottikon in the canton of Aargau, we specialise in safety-critical reactions and position ourselves as a strategic development and production partner. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. With our expertise and creativity, we turn ideas into new innovative products and reliable control strategies. For our Research and Development (R&D) department, we are looking for a Head of Analytics R&D (m/f/d) Your responsibilities • Management of the Analytics R&D department as a service unit for the development and qualification of analytical methods for customer and technology projects • Maintenance and further development of the analytical equipment park of R&D (>100 devices: HPLC, GC, HS-GC, IC, SFC, NMR, MS, XRD, KF, titration, etc.) including budget planning for future investments • Technical, personnel and organisational leadership of the department with around 30 employees in 4 groups and resource planning in the multi-year plan • Responsible for coordinating projects within Analytics R&D • Contact person for internal departments (production / quality management) and customers regarding all kinds of analytical questions • Responsible for updating and creating ISO work instructions and ensuring ISO compliance in the Analytics R&D area • Assessment of workload and feasibility of analytical development work for customer projects • Work preparation and distribution of projects to the available teams • Ongoing monitoring regarding costs, quality and deadlines Your profile • Completed degree as a chemist with a focus on analytical or organic chemistry • Several years of leadership and practical experience, team player with openness to cross-functional work • At least 10 years of experience in instrumental analytics, good technical understanding and problem-solving skills • Fluent in German (C1) and English (written and spoken) • Organisational talent, flexibility, initiative, reliability, independence and thorough working style • Proactive and practice-oriented working method Our environment • Demanding, dynamic and performance-oriented company • Experienced team, flat hierarchies with an open and direct working atmosphere • Work at the production site • Company-owned staff restaurant with affordable menus • Directly next to the station as well as free parking spaces for employees Are you looking for a new challenge with scope for design and responsibility? Do you dare to take on more than you can currently contribute? Are you looking for a strategically sustainable and long-term employer? Then we look forward to receiving your application via the apply button.