About the Unit

The Crop Nutrition and Biological Products R&D team is responsible for developing innovative solutions that enhance plant growth, improve nutrient efficiency, and increase resilience to abiotic stresses. With a global mandate, we lead and execute research projects that drive and support the development of next-generation products for sustainable agriculture.

We are seeking a Scientist – Metabolomics & Analytical Biochemistry to join our dynamic product R&D team. In this role, you will apply your expertise in UHPLC and mass spectrometry to coordinate and execute metabolomics projects focused on plant and soil systems. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of molecular biologists, physiologists, agronomists, and bioinformaticians to support product development and scientific discovery in crop nutrition and stress resilience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the LC/MS system (UHPLC- Orbitrap) for the analysis of plant and soil samples.
• Optimize sample preparation, analytical conditions, and data processing workflows for metabolite and compound analyses (un-/targeted).
• Support metabolomics projects from sample intake to data reporting.
• Perform data acquisition, processing, and interpretation using appropriate software tools.
• Coordinate and guide the daily work of a dedicated technician supporting the metabolomics lab workflow.
• Ensure accurate documentation of protocols, measurements, and maintenance activities.
• Advise internal stakeholders on the opportunities and limitations of metabolomic approaches and team-up for solution developments.

Profile

• M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field; PhD is a plus.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in LC/MS analytics, including sample extraction, method development, and data analysis.
• Deep understanding of metabolomics in plant, soil and/or rhizosphere systems.
• Experienced with large-scale data processing.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a dynamic research environment.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German is a plus.

Additional Information

The position is fulltime, permanent, and based in Duelmen, Germany

As a global organization we actively strive to reflect diversity in society. We therefore encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a work environment that fits gender equality.

We Offer:

• Permanent employment contract with industry-standard remuneration
• Flexible working options
• 30 days' vacation entitlement
• 37.5 hours of basic working time with time recording (flexitime)
• BAV, occupational disability insurance for the chemical industry, accident insurance, supplementary nursing care insurance, future allowance
• Bonus system
• Company health management, job bike, Hanse-Fit
• Coffee/tea and water as well as fresh fruit and on-site canteen

HR Advisor: Kristin Barbaros

If your qualifications align with the requirements of the position, we invite you to submit your application. Please provide your CV and Cover Letter in English or German and include contact information for two professional references.