Analytical Chemist

VRS-UK; Brixham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Analytical Chemist to join their Environmental Fate department. This role offers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory equipped with advanced analytical instrumentation. You will engage in complex analytical studies, identifying and analyzing radiochemicals while utilizing techniques like HPLC and LC-MS. The company fosters a collaborative culture, providing exceptional opportunities for career growth in a picturesque seafront location. Enjoy a competitive salary and a vibrant work environment that includes an active social calendar and subsidized canteen. If you are passionate about chemistry and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Subsidized canteen

Active social calendar

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months hands-on experience with HPLC/LC-MS in a GLP lab.
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for lab work.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze radiochemicals in complex sample matrices.
• Perform extraction techniques such as SPE, LLE, and QuEChERS.

Skills

HPLC

LC-MS

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Chemistry

MSc in Chemistry

BSc in Environmental Sciences

MSc in Environmental Sciences

Tools

LSC

TLC

SPE

LLE

QuEChERS

Job description

Our client has a reputation in the field for tackling highly complex analytical studies that require extensive industry expertise to solve. Working for over 65 years in the aquatic, ecotoxicology, and environmental fate industries, they support their clients in understanding the lifecycle of chemicals in the environment and impact on the ecosystem.

Based in a truly picturesque seafront location in Brixham, Devon, they offer a collaborative and team focused culture, where you will gain exposure to the latest analytical instrumentation.

Due to continued expansion, our client is seeking an Analytical Chemist to join their growing Environmental Fate department. This state-of-the-art laboratory is well-equipped with the latest instrumentation to support challenging GLP regulated projects across the industry. Working with a range of analytical instrumentation such as LSC, HPLC, and TLC, you will identify and analyse radiochemicals (including 14C and 3H) within a variety of complex sample matrices, as well as performing extraction techniques such as SPE, LLE, and QuEChERS.

To be considered for this opportunity you must have:

1. BSc/MSc in Chemistry/Environmental Sciences or closely related
2. A minimum of 6 months hands-on HPLC/LC-MS experience, ideally within a GLP laboratory
3. Excellent communication skills and an enthusiasm for laboratory work

The company offers exceptional opportunities for career growth, within a friendly and supportive team. As well as a competitive salary, pension, and associated benefits, you will enjoy an unrivalled working environment, including an active social calendar and subsidised canteen, all while working in a truly picturesque seafront location!

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