Senior Analytical Chemist

BioMADE•Hayward, CA

3d•$130,000 - $154,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Analytical Chemist will be a key member of BioMADE’s Hayward pilot plant operations team. This facility supports clients developing emerging fermentation technologies by enabling demonstration of upstream and downstream processes at a scale that informs future commercial design. The Senior Analytical Chemist is responsible for developing and transferring analytical methods, establishing sample handling and data practices, and providing high‑quality analytical support throughout each client campaign. This role works closely with the Projects Lead, Operations Manager, Shift Supervisors, and Technical Laboratory Manager to ensure seamless analytical integration within pilot‑plant operations. The Senior Analytical Chemist will oversee the performance and reliability of analytical instrumentation, drive fit‑for‑purpose data and documentation practices, and communicate analytical progress and risks to internal teams and clients. Success in this role requires strong expertise in analytical chemistry, hands‑on experience with a range of analytical platforms (HPLC, GC‑MS, UPLC, LC‑MS, etc.), and the ability to translate client needs into actionable analytical strategies. As part of a lean and highly cross-functional site team, the role will also be expected to proactively cross-train in adjacent laboratory functions and provide hands-on support, as needed, in areas such as microbiology and lab-scale fermentation operations. The Senior Analytical Chemist will exemplify BioMADE’s “zero harm” safety culture, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and help build a robust analytical capability as the Hayward site grows.

Requirements

BS/MS in analytical chemistry or related field with 10+ years of industry experience or PhD in analytical chemistry or related field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated experience in analytical development, method validation, and method transfer in an industrial biotechnology, biopharma or pilot scale environment.
Understanding of chemical hygiene, analytical waste streams handling, and use of hazardous standards/reagents, compressed gases, solvents, etc.
Hands‑on expertise with major analytical platforms including HPLC, UHPLC, LC‑MS, and GC‑MS (including SEC, RP, and IEX chromatography).
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and external partners, including experience managing consultants or technical vendors.

Nice To Haves

Proactively cross-train in adjacent laboratory functions and provide hands-on support, as needed, in areas such as microbiology and lab-scale fermentation operations.

Responsibilities

Support the launch and operational readiness of the new analytical laboratory, including analytical capability and method portfolio assessment, client technology transfer planning, SOP development, procurement of consumables and standards, establishment of vendor networks, and analytical capacity planning.
Lead the development, qualification, optimization, and transfer of analytical methods to support diverse client technologies and campaign needs.
Provide technical oversight for analytical methods covering reference materials, starting materials, intermediates, stability studies, and product characterization.
Develop fit‑for‑purpose analytical strategies tailored to each client’s process, expected outputs, and QC expectations.
Oversee investigations of atypical or out‑of‑specification results through scientific analysis, structured troubleshooting, and root ‑cause identification.
Develop the analytical chemistry capability at the site, including onboarding, training, work prioritization, and performance oversight.
Establish efficient processes for sample handling, labeling, storage, processing, and tracking throughout pilot plant campaigns, including resource planning to support potential multiple concurrent runs.
Oversee calibration, maintenance, and performance reliability of analytical instrumentation to ensure consistent and high‑quality data generation.
Implement practical data management practices that ensure traceability, clear reporting, and well‑organized analytical results suitable for client review and internal use.
Lead the selection, procurement, contracting, and coordination of external analytical testing and CRO services when required capabilities are not available onsite.
Partner closely with Operations, Project Leads, and client representatives to ensure analytical plans are aligned with campaign timelines and deliverables.
Communicate analytical progress, risks, and turnaround expectations to maintain smooth pilot ‑plant operations and customer satisfaction.
Serve as a key member of the Hayward Operations team, contributing to continuous improvement, operational readiness, and a strong culture of quality and scientific rigor.
As part of a lean and cross-functional site team, demonstrate flexibility and a strong willingness to develop proficiency and provide support to adjacent laboratory functions.
Exemplify and promote BioMADE’s “zero harm” safety culture.
Ensure analytical procedures incorporate appropriate safety considerations.
Work with laboratory and pilot ‑plant personnel to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
Engage teams in proactive safety discussions and model safe work practices.

Benefits

100% Employer paid options for medical insurance for BioMADE employees. Low-cost buy-up options also available.
Generous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouse and child(ren).
Health Savings Account option for medical insurance.
100% Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for BioMADE employees.
Low-cost Dental insurance for spouse/child(ren) and with child ortho coverage.
100% employer paid Vision for employee, and spouse/child(ren) coverage.
Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Pre-Tax benefits.
100% Employer paid Life insurance with a 1x Annual Salary for Exempt staff and a Flat $50,000 benefit for hourly staff.
100% Employer paid Short Term Disability insurance and low-cost Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance available.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on plan compensation (no vesting period!).
Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance.
Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins to accrue from your hire date.
13 Paid holidays, including a winter break between Christmas Eve Day and New Year’s Day.
Paid Parental Leave- Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for new parents.
Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s Suite for professional development.
Free Parking.
Casual Dress Code.
Free snacks and beverages at CA and MN office locations.
Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee