Research Analytical Scientist

Overview

Engage in developing new methods to support new product development for a Fortune 200 Company with some of the most iconic brands! Have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Food Science? Have experience in characterizing product stability or chemical interactions? If so, we want to speak with you!

We are currently seeking a Research Analytical Scientist to join our New Product Assessment group within the Analytical Sciences department located in Richmond, VA.

This position is a hands-on, laboratory-based role that will be responsible for testing products and prototypes, with a focus on chemical characterization. The candidate must have a strong understanding of chromatography separation techniques with mass spectrometry, sample preparation and strong problem-solving skills. In addition, the successful candidate will utilize their chemistry knowledge to provide insights to support product development initiatives and regulatory applications.

What you'll be doing:
• Independently develop and validate new methods for the analysis of multiple analytes including flavor compounds to support reduced harm product development and regulatory applications
• Collaborate with product developers and engineers to optimize the chemistry of our products
• Participate in scientific meetings and communicate our scientific strategies to develop reduced harm products
• Manage regulatory test data to ensure data integrity and meets acceptability for ISO quality system, and our regulatory reporting requirements
• Write and review scientific documents in a timely manner. (SOPs, VOPs, and Work Instructions)
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What we want you to have:
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science, Food Science, or related field, an advanced degree is preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, or at least 3-year experience with an advanced degree
• Proficiency with liquid, and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and ion chromatography for the analysis of compounds in complex matrices
• Proficiency with chromatography and mass spectrometry data analysis software’s such as MassLynx, Chromeleon, ChemStation and MassHunter
• Experience validating analytical methods according to ICH guidelines
• Experience working in tobacco industry and a regulated environment such as ISO 17025 is preferred
• Experience with evaluation of chemical stability for food or pharmaceuticals
• Experience with sample preparation and extraction techniques (LL, SPE, etc.) for the quantitative analysis of target compounds in complex matrices
• Ability to work independently, to multi-task, and to be a strong team player
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills

In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key strategic objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a driven base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our deferred profit sharing and incentive compensation programs as well as a relocation assistance package.

Company Overview

Altria has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers 21 . Our tobacco companies – which have been the undisputed market leaders in the U.S. tobacco industry for decades – include some of the most enduring names in American business. In combustibles, we own Philip Morris USA, the maker of Marlboro cigarettes and John Middleton, manufacturer of Black & Mild cigars. Our smoke-free portfolio includes ownership of U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company, the maker of Copenhagen and Skoal, and Helix Innovations, the maker of on! oral nicotine pouches. Additionally, we have a majority-owned joint venture with JT Group, Horizon Innovations, for the U.S. marketing and commercialization of heated tobacco stick products. Through a separate agreement with Philip Morris International, we have the exclusive U.S. commercialization rights to the IQOS* Tobacco Heating System® and Marlboro HeatSticks® through April 2024. Our equity investments include Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV, the world’s largest brewer and Cronos Group, a leading Canadian cannabinoid company. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn