Analytical Chemist

Smithers; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An analytical chemistry firm in Derby is seeking an Analytical Chemist. The role involves pesticide residue chemistry tasks such as sample preparation and analysis, ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a BSc in Chemistry and strong laboratory skills. The company offers a generous benefits package including private healthcare and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Employer-matched pension contributions

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Annual health checks

Eyecare vouchers

Free mortgage advice service

Qualifications

• Strong laboratory skills and attention to detail are essential.
• A passion for problem-solving and innovation is required.
• Experience working in a GLP accredited laboratory is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sample preparation, extraction, purification and quantitation by LC-MS/MS or GC-MS.
• Ensure work complies with applicable regulatory requirements including GLP.
• Maintain a hands-on approach and use initiative in the lab.

Skills

Strong laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Education

BSc in Chemistry or a related subject

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Analytical Chemist to join ResChem Analytical Limited, based in Derby, England. We are a responsive, client focused analytical laboratory who specialise in pesticide residue analysis, conducting regulatory studies to GLP on behalf of agrochemical companies for the registration of plant protection products.

ResChem Analytical Limited is a division of Smithers ERS Limited, which provides a wide range of environmental safety testing services for the pharmaceutical, agricultural, industrial and specialty chemical, and personal care industries. Our teams include experienced scientists and technicians offering a broad range of skills and areas of expertise.

Role and responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate Director of ResChem, we are looking for team members who are self-motivated, enthusiastic, ambitious, who have a keen eye for detail and an aptitude for problem solving. The individual will be working as part of an established team, and the role will encompass all aspects of pesticide residue chemistry including sample preparation, extraction, purification and quantitation by LC-MS/MS or GC-MS. All work will be conducted in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, and specifically those regulations (GLP) specified in the study plans, protocols, or work agreements governing the work in which they are involved.

Training will be given in all aspects of the role, including:

• sample preparation
• sample analysis
• data processing
• general laboratory and housekeeping duties

Responsibilities of the role may vary depending on your qualifications and relevant experience.

Qualifications and Experience

• A BSc or equivalent degree in Chemistry, or a related subject
• Strong laboratory skills and attention to detail
• A passion for problem-solving and innovation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Prior experience working in a GLP accredited laboratory

Interested applicants should have excellent IT skills, be well-organised, enthusiastic and demonstrate a hands-on approach to work with an ability to use their initiative and apply knowledge.

We Offer

We offer opportunities to work in a fast-paced team alongside bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career.

As a global employer, we also offer a generous benefit package to all our employees including private healthcare, employer-matched pension contributions, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, annual health checks, eyecare vouchers, free mortgage advice service and more.

There is no better time to join us!