Lab Analyst Chemie

About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled

Laboratory NIR Analyst Specialist

to provide reliable analytical support within a dynamic refinery or chemical plant laboratory environment. In this role, you will be responsible for executing analytical tests, maintaining advanced instrumentation, developing and validating chemometric models, and continuously improving laboratory processes. You will work with cutting-edge molecular spectrometry techniques and play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and robustness of analytical workflows.

Key Responsibilities – Analytical Operations

Perform analytical tests using NIR, IR, UV, NMR and other spectrometric techniques.

Ensure reliability, accuracy, and timely delivery of analytical results.

Validate analytical methods using statistical approaches.

Instrumentation & Maintenance

Maintain analytical equipment and ensure the performance of instruments worth approximately €1M.

Act as the skill guardian for assigned analytical techniques and instruments.

Guarantee the integrity and robustness of all chemometric models and associated online instruments.

Process Improvement & Development

Initiate and implement improvements in analytical processes, workflows, and methodologies.

Execute complex analytical projects, including writing project proposals and ensuring outcomes are “fit for purpose.”

Drive efficiency and quality enhancements in routine and non-routine methods.

Provide technical coaching and training to laboratory analysts.

Work closely with colleagues within the laboratory workgroup and support cross-functional collaboration.

Ensure customer-focused laboratory support aligned with business needs.

Your Profile Education & Experience

Bachelor degree (HLO) in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent.

5–10 years

of experience as a Technical Analyst/Specialist within a refinery or chemical plant laboratory.

Technical Expertise

Strong theoretical and practical expertise in:

NIR, IR, UV, NMR

Molecular spectrometry

Chemometric software and model building

Experience with statistical validation methods including:

PCA (Principal Component Analysis)

PLS (Partial Least Squares)

MLR (Multiple Linear Regression)

Classification techniques

DOE (Design of Experiments)

Additional Skills

Solid understanding of

ISO 17025

quality requirements.

Strong customer focus and communication skills.

Proven track record in training and coaching laboratory staff.

Affinity with automation and IT—considered a strong advantage.

Why This Role?

Work with high-end analytical equipment and advanced spectrometric technologies.

Contribute to innovation, model development, and process optimization.

Be part of a highly skilled and supportive team in a leading industrial laboratory.

Opportunity to combine hands‑on analysis with model development and technical leadership.

How to Apply Interested? Submit your

English CV in Word format

along with your

English motivation letter

before the deadline.

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