Analytical Chemist - Animal Sports

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a highly motivated Analytical Chemist to join their Animal Sports team in Cambridge. This role involves delivering quality analytical services, conducting sample extraction, and interpreting data in line with ISO17025 standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, be adaptable, and have a solid background in mass spectrometry and chromatography. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will help shape the future of animal sports science and make a significant impact in a thriving team.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a biological or chemical science.
• Knowledge and experience of mass spectrometry, particularly GC-MS and LC-MS.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality analytical chemistry service to customers.
• Plan and conduct work in accordance with ISO17025 standards.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Mass Spectrometry

Chromatography

Laboratory Skills

Education

Degree in Biological Science

Degree in Chemical Science

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS

Job description

Analytical Chemist - Animal Sports, Cambridge

Client: LGC Assure

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: f78b23572592

Job Views: 16

Posted: 01.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.06.2025

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, proactive Scientist to join our Animal Sports team! As part of our team, you will provide a quality analytical chemistry service to customers such as the BHA, IHRB, FEI, and GBGB. This includes planning and conducting work (sample extraction and detection) in accordance with ISO17025, performing maintenance on scientific equipment (including mass spectrometers), and interpreting analytical data to present results and conclusions. You will be adaptable, performing additional analyses and investigations as needed.

We seek a teammate who works flexibly and proactively, bringing new insights. The ideal candidate is a confident presenter, capable of discussing and answering queries with a range of partners, and possesses strong interpersonal skills. A hardworking individual with a positive attitude, effective time management, and operational awareness to improve output and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a biological or chemical science.
• Knowledge and experience of mass spectrometry, particularly GC-MS and LC-MS.
• Excellent laboratory skills.
• Sound scientific knowledge with experience in chromatography and related techniques.

Additional Information

Our Values:

• Passion
• Curiosity
• Integrity
• Brilliance
• Respect

We deliver world-class solutions and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Equal Opportunities: We are committed to valuing every applicant and employee for their individual talents. We strictly prohibit discrimination based on age, disability, race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy, religion, or belief. We support an inclusive work environment where everyone can succeed based on merit.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website: www.lgcgroup.com