Research and Development Scientist

About ALS and the Role

At ALS, we empower innovation and aspire to create a healthier future by leveraging scientific analysis and data insights on a global scale. We are expanding our Commercial Research and Development team at the Hamilton site, inviting an experienced R&D Scientist to join and support diverse markets including honey, dairy, environmental, food production, nutraceuticals, and research sectors for clients in New Zealand, Australia, and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to comprehend their challenges and requirements.
• Identify potential analytical techniques and prepare quotations accordingly.
• Develop and validate analytical methods using advanced instrumentation such as LC-MS/MS, LC-HRMS, HPLC, IC, and GCMS to meet stringent standards.
• Perform analysis on a wide variety of samples, collaborating with skilled technicians, and create detailed reports suitable for client and regulatory needs.

Candidate Profile

• Experienced scientist aligned with ALS values — technical excellence, customer focus, integrity, curiosity, resilience, and collaboration.
• Holder of a postgraduate degree or equivalent experience in relevant life sciences.
• Minimum of five years in a commercial analytical testing lab or related scientific setting, demonstrating innovation, creativity, and efficiency.
• Proficient in applying scientific methods to fulfill client requirements in a quality-controlled environment.
• Ability to communicate project outcomes effectively to varied audiences.
• Skilled with modern analytical chemistry instrumentation, specifically chromatography and mass spectrometry systems.
• Competent computer user with experience in spreadsheets, word processing, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and instrument software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities valued by team members and colleagues.
• Self-driven and capable of managing complete project cycles independently while knowing when to seek assistance to ensure high-quality results.
• Commercially astute with a customer-oriented mindset, appreciating the necessity of delivering solid results and timely updates regarding challenges or delays.
• Thrives in high-pressure environments and manages concurrent projects with competing demands efficiently.

Working at ALS

ALS is a vibrant community committed to making a positive global impact. Our core values shape how we work and recognize excellence internally. We deeply invest in our employees’ growth by offering training and diverse career opportunities to help you reach your potential. We promote a safe, flexible, and rewarding workplace that prioritizes the well-being of people, the planet, and communities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We embrace equal opportunity and celebrate diversity, ensuring an inclusive environment where every employee’s unique strengths and views are valued. We encourage applications from candidates with varied abilities and provide reasonable accommodations during recruitment upon request.

Eligibility

Candidates must either be citizens or permanent residents of New Zealand or possess (or be able to obtain) valid work authorization to be considered.