Research Chemist

Research Chemist

About Abbey Animal Health

Established in 2013, Abbey Animal Health is an 100% Australian owned and managed Animal Health Company ensuring high standards with local solutions. With offices in Sydney, Brisbane and Bendigo and retail distribution centers across the country, Abbey Animal Health is dedicated to providing Australians access to animal health solutions. Abbey Animal Health has researched and developed a number of its own products and will continue to invest in this area to improve veterinary pharmaceutical medicines. Abbey Animal Health has formed alliances with nationally recognized companies in order to provide a wide range of animal health solutions of the highest quality. 

Abbey Animal Health engages market leaders in Manufacturing and Supply Chain to guarantee the highest quality products in the Australian market. APVMA approved manufacturing sites both here in Australia and overseas are used exclusively for manufacturing of Abbey Animal Health Products. Our international commercial partners are world leaders in innovation and manufacture, and we are proud to be able to represent them here in the Australian market.

Abbey is a rapidly growing Animal Health organization, and its employees are the core of its growth. We’re a young, progressive, and autonomous organization which gives a lot of flexibility to our employees. 

Are you a driven and skilled Research Chemist looking to make an impact in the pharmaceutical industry? We are seeking a talented individual to join our R&D team at Abbey Animal Health, where you'll contribute to the development of cutting-edge products and solutions.

Purpose of the role:

As a Research Chemist, you will play a key role in driving our R&D strategy by testing, analysing, and ensuring the quality of both new and existing products. You'll work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams to maintain the highest standards in product design and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse APIs, raw materials, and finished products using HPLC/LCMS.
• Assist in laboratory investigations, identifying OOS results.
• Collaborate on new product development and product optimization.
• Develop and document test plans, test cases, and scripts.
• Perform manual and automated testing, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Maintain research data, ensuring cGMP and regulatory standards are met.
• Conduct experiments, sample preparation, and maintain lab equipment.
• Liaise with external QC labs for product testing and method development.
• Support technical issue resolution and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in QA documentation for research studies.
• Adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical or related field with 2-4 years of experience, or Master’s with 5-8 years, or Bachelor’s with 9-12 years.
• Proficient in GC/HPLC/LC-MS/MS/GC-MS, with strong HPLC and LCMS experience.
• Experience in a cGMP environment and familiarity with APVMA regulatory standards is highly advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work on innovative projects within a growing pharmaceutical company.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Ready to Apply?
If you have the skills and passion to contribute to our R&D goals, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join us in shaping the future of pharmaceutical research and development.

No Consultants Please!