Food Chemist (m/f/d) as Team Lead | Lebensmittelchemiker/in (m/w/d) als Teamleitung

Chemisches und Veterinäruntersuchungsamt Rhein-Ruhr-Wupper

Krefeld, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jul 25, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Chemical and Veterinary Investigation Office Rhein-Ruhr-Wupper (CVUA-RRW) is seeking a dedicated Food Chemist to lead the Chromatography team, specifically focusing on pesticide residues in food and feed samples. This role involves the technical supervision and organizational leadership of a highly qualified team, ensuring the accurate and timely execution of gas chromatographic analyses. The successful candidate will be responsible for quality assurance, method development, and compliance with safety regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment in a public sector laboratory dedicated to consumer health protection, fostering a collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous professional development and work-life balance.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Food Chemistry with the qualification "State-Certified Food Chemist"

Experience

  • At least one year of experience in leading and organizing teams
  • Experience in pesticide residue analysis (desirable)
  • Experience in quality management (working under DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025) (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Willingness for continuous professional development