Analytical Chemist

Lucideon; Stone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist to join their innovative team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors, including nuclear and healthcare. You will be responsible for developing and validating analytical methods, providing technical support, and leading projects that tackle complex challenges. The position is based in a state-of-the-art facility, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. If you are passionate about chemistry and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Medical Cash Plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme (matched up to 5%)

Onsite Mental Health First Aiders

Life Assurance up to four times basic salary

Corporate library for decision-making and innovation

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in an analytical chemistry lab, focusing on organic chemistry.
• Ability to understand and apply various analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multi-disciplinary development projects on time and within scope.
• Provide technical support and act as a technical expert in organic chemistry.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods for client samples.

Skills

Analytical methods understanding

Organic chemistry expertise

HS/GC-MS

LC-MS/UV

FTIR

Excellent communication

Flexibility and teamwork

Commitment to delivery schedules

Curiosity and willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Analytical Chemistry

Job description

Join our team as an Analytic Chemist!

We're actively seeking an experienced Analytic Chemist. Here at Lucideon, we support clients in a wide variety of areas, including nuclear, medical/healthcare, and advanced materials in the analysis of different components.

Who you are:

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you innovative and solutions-focussed in the face of unique challenges? Are you eternally curious, with a willingness to learn new skills? Are you looking for a job opportunity where you can grow and develop?

Job Purpose:

Lucideon have recently moved to a state-of-the-art facility based in Stone, Staffordshire, which offers a brilliant working environment and has enabled significant investment for growth. Our unique combination of expert consultative support combined with world-class analytical laboratories means that we don’t just sell tests – we solve the toughest challenges for our clients!

As an Analytical Chemist, you would manage a mix of short and long-term development work on a wide range of client samples, with the aim of leading projects once fully trained. Working in our Chemistry team, you will develop and validate new analytical methods and deliver projects, which solve problems for our clients. No two days are the same as you’ll be at the forefront of solving critical problems for our customers across a huge breadth of areas, encompassing both standard and novel testing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver clearly defined multi-disciplinary development projects to time and scope
• Provide project-led technical support to customers through technical interactions, the provision of testing and presentations during project scoping and delivery
• Act as a company recognised technical expert in organic chemistry, providing technical leadership, coaching and coordination
• Actively contribute towards the training and development of more junior roles, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and strive to provide a safe, creative environment for colleagues to develop and meet their aspirations
• Analyse client samples to a high standard
• Develop and validate analytical methods
• Build knowledge of existing or future emerging technologies
• Perform COSHH assessments
• Work in accordance with ISO 17025
• Diligent record keeping, reporting and documentation of work

Key Person Requirements:

• Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry
• Minimum of 3-5 years of working in an analytical chemistry laboratory with particular expertise in organic chemistry

Key Skills & Qualities:

• Ability to understand analytical methods and instruments being used
• Knowledge or experience of the following analytical techniques:
  • HS/GC-MS
  • LC-MS/UV
  • FTIR
• Strong worth ethic and ability to work flexibly across different teams to meet business demand
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A strong commitment to meet and exceed delivery schedules
• A drive to learn and grow, with a natural curiosity

Core Features & Benefits

• Permanent position
• Full time (Monday – Friday whilst training, with working pattern involving regular weekend work thereafter)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Medical Cash Plan
• Annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown)
• Pension scheme (matched up to 5%)
• Onsite Mental Health First Aiders
• Life Assurance up to four times basic salary
• Onsite at our laboratories in Stone, Staffordshire
• A corporate library to facilitate informed decision-making and innovation.

Ready to develop your career journey? Apply now!