Job Description Agilent encourages and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic, and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Want more information on Agilent? Check out www.agilent.com ! To support our analytical team in Mainz, Germany, we are looking for an R&D Specialist – GPC/SEC with Advanced Detection M/F/D) with specific knowledge in the characterization of biopharmaceutical products using GPC/SEC. Agilent Technologies is a leading supplier of analytical equipment for the life-science laboratory. The GPC/SEC Team in Mainz together with the Liquid Phase Division is part of Agilent’s Life Science and Diagnostics Groups and has worldwide responsibilities for R&D of GPC/SEC instruments, the corresponding Software as well as GPC/SEC applications development. Are you familiar with modern Size Exclusion Chromatography/Gel Permeation Chromatography detectors such as on-line light scattering (static, dynamic), viscosity or mass spectrometry detection? Do you enjoy using and improving the latest technology and applying it to new challenges brought up by customers and markets? If your answer is yes, then this is the position to apply for. You will: Work with th e latest, innovative technology in the lab Support the R&D team by testing new instruments and software and providing feedback to improve Agilent’s analytical solutions Support customers around the globe, sales team and product managers to identify market needs Run samples, test and show the suitability of Agilents equipment to solve real life problems in industries and academia Develop workflows and LC-( GPC/SEC) Applications for Bio/Pharma and Applied Markets Communicate your results to our sales team and our customers by generating Application Notes and customer presentations Present your results in Application notes, papers, workshops and scientific conferences Qualifications You have completed a Master’s degree or PhD in the Life Science or Analytical Chemical field and have relevant experience in liquid chromatography particularly in GPC/SEC You have experience and the theoretical background in LC techniques, particularly in GPC/SEC with advanced detection techniques like light scattering, viscometry and/or mass spectrometry You have a thorough understanding of the analytical challenges associated with the analysis of biopharmaceutical samples You can analyze scientific challenges, identify appropriate solutions and work independently You have outstanding oral and written communication skills in English and German language, and you are experienced in writing scientific publications and like to work in a highly motivated team. What we offer you: Exciting projects in a dynamic, collaborative, multi-functional team Career development opportunities in an international company Competitive compensation and benefits package (yearly company bonus, pension scheme, stock purchase plan, …) Work-Life-Balance programs Permanent contract in fast-growing global company Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Travel Required: Occasional Shift: Day Duration: No End Date Job Function: R&D