Analytical Chemist: LC/GC-MS & HRAM Expert

Lgcgroup; Fordham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LGC Group in Fordham, Cambridgeshire is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Scientist) to join the Supplements and Feeds team, performing analytical testing across supplement, food and feed matrices to detect substances prohibited in sport.

You will run sample prep including SPE and liquid–liquid extractions, operate GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS and HRAM instruments, review data with TraceFinder and MassHunter, and maintain ISO/IEC 17025 quality standards while delivering accurate results.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in a commercial food testing or analytical laboratory.
• Practical experience with LC-MS and/or GC-MS techniques.
• Experience with HRAM spectrometry is desirable.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 or other laboratory quality systems is desirable.
• Methodical approach to laboratory work with strong attention to detail and data quality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative laboratory team.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and extraction procedures, including SPE and liquid-liquid extractions.
• Operate GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS and HRAM spectrometry.
• Analyse and review analytical data using TraceFinder and MassHunter software.
• Work within ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory procedures and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and deliver high-quality analytical results.

Job description

LGC Group in Fordham, Cambridgeshire is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Scientist) to join the Supplements and Feeds team, performing analytical testing across supplement, food and feed matrices to detect substances prohibited in sport.

You will run sample prep including SPE and liquid–liquid extractions, operate GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS and HRAM instruments, review data with TraceFinder and MassHunter, and maintain ISO/IEC 17025 quality standards while delivering accurate results.