Material Scientist
Phibro Animal Health
August 26, 2026
On-site
Quincy, IL
Operations
Position Summary
The Material Scientist supports multiple business units and laboratories by providing technical expertise to drive product development and help ensure ongoing product quality and performance. Develops analytical methodology for R&D and participates in planning and executing R&D projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Select analytical technologies and techniques to characterize organic and inorganic materials.
- Develop analytical methodologies and application testing for products.
- Use statistical software for process optimization and ingredient/finished product quality control.
- Investigate and correct lab procedures related to out-of-specification assay results.
- Collaborate with plant, quality, regulatory, marketing, and sales to support product commercialization.
- Support day-to-day analysis for product release and new ingredient approval.
- Assist with compliance activities for new ingredients/supplier qualification.
- Support ISO 17025 laboratory activities.
- Provide QA/QC support for manufacturing projects and process optimization.
- Author technical documents for marketing and technical support.
- Provide technical support to chemists/technicians; complete special projects and other assigned duties.
Competencies / Required & Preferred Skills
- Analytical method development, troubleshooting, problem-solving.
- Preferred: ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRD, XRF, UV-VIS, FT-IR, GC-MS, HPLC, near IR; statistical software; coding knowledge.
- Strong project management, data analysis, and technical writing; collaboration; independent and cross-functional work; effective communication.
Education & Requirements
- Degree in analytical chemistry or related science.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred: inorganic and organic chemistry experience.
Compensation
- $65,000.00 - $75,000.00.
Application Instructions
- Apply for the role (encouraged even if you don’t meet all qualifications).
The Material Scientist supports multiple business units and laboratories by providing technical expertise to drive product development and help ensure ongoing product quality and performance. Develops analytical methodology for R&D and participates in planning and executing R&D projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Select analytical technologies and techniques to characterize organic and inorganic materials.
- Develop analytical methodologies and application testing for products.
- Use statistical software for process optimization and ingredient/finished product quality control.
- Investigate and correct lab procedures related to out-of-specification assay results.
- Collaborate with plant, quality, regulatory, marketing, and sales to support product commercialization.
- Support day-to-day analysis for product release and new ingredient approval.
- Assist with compliance activities for new ingredients/supplier qualification.
- Support ISO 17025 laboratory activities.
- Provide QA/QC support for manufacturing projects and process optimization.
- Author technical documents for marketing and technical support.
- Provide technical support to chemists/technicians; complete special projects and other assigned duties.
Competencies / Required & Preferred Skills
- Analytical method development, troubleshooting, problem-solving.
- Preferred: ICP-OES, ICP-MS, XRD, XRF, UV-VIS, FT-IR, GC-MS, HPLC, near IR; statistical software; coding knowledge.
- Strong project management, data analysis, and technical writing; collaboration; independent and cross-functional work; effective communication.
Education & Requirements
- Degree in analytical chemistry or related science.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred: inorganic and organic chemistry experience.
Compensation
- $65,000.00 - $75,000.00.
Application Instructions
- Apply for the role (encouraged even if you don’t meet all qualifications).