Analytical Chemist (Scientist) - Supplements and Feeds Testing

LGC Group Ltd; Fordham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LGC ASSURE Sports & Specialised Analytical Services in the United Kingdom seeks an analytical chemist to join its specialized laboratory team. You will perform sample preparation and extractions, operate advanced LC-MS/MS and GC-MS systems, and review data for accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include ensuring procedures meet ISO/IEC 17025 standards, maintaining meticulous records, and delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working 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 quality systems is desirable.
• Methodical approach with strong attention to data quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative laboratory team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team collaboration

Analytical mindset

Quality-focused

Education

BSc in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

LC-MS

GC-MS

HRAM spectrometry

TraceFinder

MassHunter

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and extraction procedures, including solid-phase (SPE) and liquid-liquid extractions, incorporating both manual and automated liquid handling.


• Operate advanced analytical instrumentation, including GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS and high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) spectrometry.


• Analyse and review analytical data using TraceFinder and MassHunter software.


• Work in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements within an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory.


• Maintain accurate laboratory records and contribute to the consistent delivery of high-quality analytical results.

Company Values

• 1. Passion: Pride in our achievements engenders passion for our work and it translates into our ambition to make the world a safer place.


• 2. Curiosity: We constantly look forward to what's next: our curiosity for today's discoveries makes tomorrow's innovations possible.


• 3. Integrity: A commitment to high ethical standards has been at the heart of LGC since we started testing the integrity of products in 1842.


• 4. Brilliance: We strive to be the very best in everything we say and do. We exceed customers' expectations through innovation and pioneering science.


• 5. Respect: We respect gender, age, nationality, religion and individuality - our diversity is our strength. We deliver world-class solutions and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive and achieve their full potential!

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.


• Experience working in a commercial food testing or analytical laboratory.


• Practical experience with LC-MS and/or GC-MS techniques.


• Experience with high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) spectrometry is desirable.


• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025, or other laboratory quality systems is desirable.


• A 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.

Company description

LGC ASSURE Sports & Specialised Analytical Services is an internationally recognised testing laboratory specialising in banned substance and anti-doping analysis. Our work spans three key areas: Animal sports medication and doping control, Human drug testing, and Supplement testing and product certification.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief.

We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.

We respect gender, age, nationality, religion and individuality - our diversity is our strength.

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

We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents.