Research analyst jobs
Do you want to work as a research analyst and have you graduated in chemistry or life sciences at higher professional education or university level? Here at CheckMark, you will find various research analyst jobs in the biotechnological, chemical, food and pharmaceutical industries. Start your new job as a research technician, development chemist or associate scientist. Register or apply now for one of our laboratory jobs and find your new challenge!
What do we do for you?
If you are looking to take the next step in your career as a research analyst? Are you looking for a job that allows you to develop your full potential and skills? Our recruiters listen to your ambitions and link these with innovating organisations in your field. From developing new analytical methods such as HPLC or qPCR to working on product development, we will find a role that suits your desire for variety and challenge.
Where will you start your new job?
In your role as a research analyst, you will be contributing to scientific innovation in various settings, from multinationals and research institutes to contract laboratories throughout the Netherlands. You will be working in a laboratory on the development and optimisation of products or analysis methods, with duties that focus on troubleshooting, investigating, optimising and validating the correct parameters.
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Research analyst jobs through CheckMark
Whether you are just starting your career or want to grow as a research analyst, at CheckMark, you will find positions that offer challenge and variety. Register and upload your CV or apply now for one of our jobs. Our recruiters would like to get in touch with you to help you find an interesting new challenge within your research area.
In addition to research analyst jobs, we also offer opportunities in other, related fields within food, chemistry and life sciences. Whether it’s QC lab work or in-depth research, we’re here to support you every step in your career.
What is a research analyst?
A research analyst is a laboratory worker who focuses on conducting and supporting scientific research. Research analysts are often involved in the development of new methods and processes in various disciplines such as chemistry, biotechnology or pharmaceuticals. They work closely with scientists and other specialists to conduct experiments and analyse data. This role requires knowledge of analytical techniques and research processes to contribute to research projects.
How much does a research analyst earn?
The salary of a research analyst depends on factors such as education, experience and the industry they work in. For graduates with a higher professional or university degree or MSc diploma, the salary tends to range between €2.800 and €3.200 gross per month. Research analysts with several years of experience and a higher professional or university background can expect a salary between €3.200 and €4.500 per month. For more experienced professionals in senior positions, this salary can increase further depending on the responsibilities and type of research conducted.
What does a research analyst do?
Research analysts are responsible for conducting experimental research, developing new analytical methods and supporting scientific projects. Research analysts are often involved in improving and validating existing methods to make processes more efficient and accurate. In addition, as a research analyst you are often part of a (project) R&D team managed by a Scientist. This team consists of several R&D analysts working together to carry out the experiments and report to the scientist. Being able to work together well is important here.
Daily activities vary from preparing samples to conducting experiments with advanced equipment, such as chromatography (HPLC, GC), spectroscopy (ICP-MS, NMR) and immunological and/or molecular techniques such as ELISA, flow cytometry and PCR. In addition, you are (partly) responsible for analysing and reporting the results.
Some of the duties of a research analyst include:
Soft skills that come in handy as a research analyst:
How do you become a research analyst?
In order to become a research analyst, you usually need a higher professional or university degree in a scientific field, such as chemistry, biotechnology, biomedical sciences or food technology. It is important that you have gained experience during internships or research projects, where you have worked with different analysis methods. Analytical thinking, technical skills and an affinity with scientific research are important qualities for this role. Depending on the field, additional certifications or specialisations in specific techniques can be another advantage.
