Scientist, Analytical Services

American Vanguard Corporation (NYSE: AVD) is a diversified agricultural and specialty products company focusing on crop protection, turf and ornamental markets, and public health applications. At American Vanguard, we believe in growth, innovation, and opportunity. We understand that a successful business is built on the strength of its people which is why we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fueling success and cultivating potential.

AMVAC, an American Vanguard company has an opportunity for a Scientist, Analytical Services at their Commerce, California location. The Analytical Scientist provides Analytical Chemistry support and services to AMVAC s business units and manufacturing efforts to enable effective and accurate decision making in process chemistry research, formulation development, regulatory support and quality control.

AMVAC, an American Vanguard Company, headquartered in the U.S., is a global technology solutions provider for agriculture and a leader in proven chemistries, green solutions, precision application systems including SIMPAS and SmartBox , and sustainability solutions for plant and soil health. American Vanguard serves global markets through development, manufacturing and marketing of products for agricultural and commercial use.

• Design and execute analytical testing and physical characterization of AMVAC products including end-use products, raw materials, active ingredients and inerts using state-of-the-art analytical techniques
• Provide analytical support for local and regional analytical operations including method development and validation for AMVAC manufacturing facilities across the U.S.
• Serve as GLP Study Director independently executing GLP studies to determine product identity, composition, stability and other physical & chemical properties.
• Maintenance of GLP SOPs including identification of new SOPs, and improvement of the existing systems
• Act as Analytical Coordinator for contract GLP studies
• General maintenance, repair and calibration of analytical instrumentation
• Stay current on Analytical Services best practices and keep track of analytical science trends and development
• Serve as a technical expert in Analytical Services inside AMVAC

• M.S. in Analytical Chemistry required
• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry preferred

Experience Requirements

• 3 years of relevant experience required
• Experience in a GLP or GMP regulated working environment is strongly desired
• Expertise with method developments with Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry and other modern techniques is required
• Self-motivated to work safely and deliver high quality results
• In-depth understanding of chromatography and spectroscopy principles, techniques and instrumentation
• Expertise in method development for Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry and other modern techniques
• Experience in a GLP-regulated work environment is a plus
• Familiar with worldwide Agrochemicals Registration requirements is preferred
• Adept in analytical problem solving
• Ability to design and execute experimentation
• Good organizational, documentation and computer skills: WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, etc.
• Must pass background check, pre-employment physical and other tests as required

Benefits and Compensation

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer paid LTD & Short Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP)
• Additional benefits include Vacation, Sick, Holiday time off as well as a Wellness program
• Salary range from $90K to $130K depending on experience and education

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing. We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System.