Chemist / Biochemist / Food Chemist - Deputy Head of Department for Special Clinical Chemistry

About This Role

This role involves performing specialized analytics on biological samples using various detection techniques, with a focus on instrumental analysis. The position suits a chemist, biochemist, or food chemist with a strong background in analytics and practical experience in laboratory settings, who will also support the department head with administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform special analytics in biological samples using various detection techniques, mass spectrometry, photometry, ICP-MS, atomic absorption and IR spectroscopy
• Take over equipment responsibility
• Plan and carry out method developments and method transfers
• Validate measurement methods, qualify modules and measuring stations
• Create test specifications, SOPs, stability documentation and risk analyses
• Trouble-shoot equipment problems
• Document test results
• Communicate with laboratory diagnostics manufacturers
• Support the department head with administrative tasks in the laboratory

Requirements

• Successfully completed university or technical college degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry or comparable field, with a focus on analytics. Alternatively: CTA training and several years of professional experience.
• Sound technical knowledge and practical experience in instrumental analytics (e.g., HPLC, ICP, mass spectrometry)
• Very good technical understanding in handling analytical instruments
• Structured, independent working style
• Good German and English language skills, both written and spoken
• Initiative, inventiveness and teamwork skills
• Sense of responsibility, resilience and commitment

About the Company

SYNLAB Group is the leading provider of laboratory services in Europe, offering a full range of innovative and reliable medical diagnostics for patients, doctors, hospitals, and the pharmaceutical industry. SYNLAB operates in over 20 countries on four continents, holding a leading position in most markets, with over 24,000 employees contributing daily to the group's success.