Analytical Chemistry Specialist - Fresno/CA

Date: Apr 1, 2026

Location:

Fresno, US

Company: Oro Agri US

Rovensa Next is the Rovensa Group’s global business unit, specialising in biosolutions for agriculture.

It is made up of twelve pioneering Rovensa Group companies: Agrichembio, Agro-K, Agrotecnología, Cosmocel, Idai Nature, Microquimica, MIP Agro, Oro Agri, OGT, Rodel, SDP and Tradecorp, with a consolidated background in sustainable crop nutrition and biocontrol management.

Rovensa Next combines local technical knowledge, innovation and teams that work alongside farmers and distributors in the field to solve their sustainability challenges, backed by the global expertise and leadership of the Rovensa Group. It is aimed to shape a sustainable future for agriculture and drive its biotransformation.

When you join Rovensa Next you are not just joining a dynamic team of people gearing up to create a sustainable future – you are joining a team that is intent on making it a reality.

Let’s grow greener!

www.rovensanext.com/

Key Responsibilities

Analytical Testing & Reporting

• Perform and document analyses on development samples, finished products, raw materials, and field samples.
• Interpret results and deliver accurate, timely reports.
• Conduct nutritional analysis for internal R&D and customer-facing trials.

Method & Process Development

• Develop, qualify, and validate new chemical assays to support development, regulatory, quality control, and patent needs.
• Write and update SOPs and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D to troubleshoot formulations and test new product concepts.

Quality Control

• Conduct routine QC analysis of raw materials and finished goods.
• Support ISO 9001 compliance through instrument verification, documentation, and related testing.
• Perform ongoing and accelerated stability studies.
• Provide technical troubleshooting for manufacturing and production teams.

Laboratory Operations & Administration

• Maintain laboratory equipment, perform repairs, and ensure overall operational readiness.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Provide training for colleagues on analytical methods, SOPs, and equipment use.
• Maintain inventory, records, and documentation systems.

Cross‑Functional Support

• Act as a study monitor for third‑party laboratories as needed.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses on competitor products, regulatory samples, and other special projects.
• Advise teams on analytical instrumentation requirements and capabilities.

Key Performance Areas

• R&D Support: Preparation, analysis, method development, troubleshooting, and reporting
• Quality Control: Raw material and finished product testing, manufacturing support, equipment maintenance, stability studies
• Lab Maintenance & Administration: Equipment upkeep, SOP management, training, recordkeeping
• Special Analyses: Competitor benchmarking, regulatory analysis, third‑party study oversight

Skills

• Advanced analytical chemistry instrumentation (HPLC, GC, FT-IR, UV/VIS, LC-MS/MS, ICP-OES, CHN/S, Particle Size, N-IR etc.)
• Knowledge of OECD, ASTM, CIPAC, EPA study guidelines and methodologies
• Computer applications and proficiency, including MS Office
• Project planning and management

Knowledge/ Experiences

• A Bachelor’s (minimum) in chemical, biological, or physical sciences, or other related area. Master preferred.
• Five or more years working experience with analytical laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of broad range of general analytical equipment and procedures
• Basic maintenance of analytical equipment
• Developing of analytical methods as required
• Accurate calculations and documentations

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