Analyst – Food, Public Analyst

Minton, Treharne & Davies Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A private analytical services provider in Cardiff is seeking an Analyst for their Food Laboratory. The role requires a Science Degree and at least 2 years of post-qualification experience. Candidates will conduct food and agriculture testing and must have a strong background in titrimetry, gravimetry, and wet chemistry, along with familiarity with various instrumentation techniques. Salary is dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience.
• Familiarity with analysis instrumentation techniques is desirable.
• Laboratory experience preferred in methods of analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day food and agriculture testing.
• Utilize knowledge in titrimetry, gravimetry, and wet chemistry.

Skills

Titrimetry

Gravimetry

Wet chemistry

Instrumentation techniques

Education

Science Degree

Tools

HPLC

GC

ICP

UV-vis

q-PCR

ELISA

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Analyst – Food (Public Analyst)

Department: Analytical Services Division – Food Laboratory

Salary: Dependent on experience

Position: Permanent (M – F, 37½ hrs/week)

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day food and agriculture testing
• Day-to-day knowledge and experience in titrimetry, gravimetry and wet chemistry are essential

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified with a Science Degree with a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience
• Desirable: Familiarity with instrumentation techniques of analysis (e.g., HPLC, GC, ICP, UV-vis, q-PCR, ELISA for allergens)
• Preference will be given to candidates with laboratory experience in:
  • Instrumentation techniques of analysis (e.g., GC, ICP, UV-vis, q-PCR, etc.)
  • GAFTA methods of analysis
  • FOSFA methods of analysis
  • Food Enforcement testing
  • Wider food and water analysis experience

How to apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV with covering letter to [e-mail].