Research Scientist

Research Scientist | Bonus Plan Eligible South Jordan, UT | Onsite | $80,000–$90,000 Are you a chemist who wants to build and validate methods, not just run samples? Ready to put your HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or GC-MS skills to work in a full-time role with room to lead projects? Want your lab work to shape what reaches store shelves? Our client, a global maker of herbal and nutritional supplements, is hiring a Research Scientist for its Quality department in South Jordan, Utah. You'll develop and validate the analytical methods used to test botanical raw materials and finished products. The Perks $80,000–$90,000 per year Full-time, onsite role in South Jordan, UT Eligible for the bonus plan Full benefits package, including health and dental coverage 401(k) with an employer match Generous PTO Room to expand your technical expertise and lead analytical projects A chance to contribute to new products and technologies A Day in the Life You'll develop, optimize, validate, transfer, and improve analytical methods for raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. You'll also run routine in-house testing that supports product release and other quality decisions. You'll write and maintain procedures, validation protocols, and technical reports within the quality system. When a method, instrument, or software application misbehaves, you'll troubleshoot it. You'll also support lab investigations and root cause analyses. You'll work closely with Quality Control and other teams, offering technical guidance and training. Safety, quality, regulatory, and data-integrity standards apply to everything you do. What You'll Bring Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field with 3–4 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 1–2 years, or a Ph.D. (early career or limited experience is fine) Working knowledge of analytical chemistry, especially chromatography, experimental design, and scientific data interpretation Hands‑on experience with HPLC/UPLC, LC‑MS/MS, GC/GC‑MS, or spectroscopy Experience with method development, validation, transfer, and troubleshooting is a plus Familiarity with regulated laboratory environments is preferred About the Organization Our client has been manufacturing and marketing herbal and nutritional supplements since 1972. It has roughly 806 employees and is publicly traded. Its operations carry USDA Organic, ISO 9001, ISO 17025, NSF, TGA, and HALAL certifications. The Quality department builds and validates testing methods for botanicals and finished products. The company is investing in digital channels and new retail opportunities as it grows. Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re a chemist with chromatography and mass spectrometry experience looking for a full-time analytical role with bonus plan, 401(k) match, and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr