Analytical Chemistry – Technical Report Writer

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in analytical chemistry is seeking a Technical Report Writer in Northampton. The role involves managing testing data reports, ensuring timely delivery, and liaising with chemists. Candidates should have a degree in chemistry or biochemistry and strong organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcash Care Plan

Income Protection

Group Pension Scheme (up to 5% match)

Perkbox discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leather/textile supply chains or chemical testing.
• High standards of precision and accuracy to maintain ISO 17025 accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Manage reporting of testing data to meet customer deadlines.
• Write test reports and liaise with analytical chemists.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Biochemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data Management Systems

Job description

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Analytical Chemistry – Technical Report Writer, Northampton

Client: Eurofins BLC

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2141218c710f

Job Views: 3

Posted: 14.05.2025

Expiry Date: 28.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role:

Manage the reporting of testing data daily, to ensure the customer deadlines are met. This involves coordinating with the laboratory to receive, collate, and input analytical data into technical reports in a timely manner.

Main duties:

• Responsible for writing test reports and working with the testing team to deliver reports on time or early where possible.
• Liaise with analytical chemists to collate analytical test data for all customer reports.
• Check data for suitability and apply uncertainty of measurement/decision rules when appropriate.
• Check the data against the customer specifications to ensure suitability.
• Liaise with external partner laboratories to obtain data to achieve internal deadlines.

Additional responsibilities include checking customer test requests before scheduling, identifying potential issues with customer expectations, escalating when necessary, coordinating with other report writers for timely delivery, and performing other duties to support the testing team and business.

Qualifications

What We Are Looking For:

• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a relevant subject, with proven experience in leather/textile supply chains, chemical industry, or chemical testing laboratories.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude, capable of working under pressure.
• High standards of precision, accuracy, and record-keeping to maintain ISO 17025 accreditation.
• Ability to multi-task and plan effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); experience with data management systems like CRMs and LIMS is a plus.
• Flexible to work additional hours when required.

Additional Information

Benefits: Competitive salary, Life Assurance (4x salary), Private Medical Insurance, Healthcash Care Plan, Income Protection, Group Pension Scheme (up to 5% match), option to buy up to 5 days holiday, Perkbox discounts, Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support), Free Parking, worldwide career opportunities.

This role is office-based, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours/week, with core hours from 8:45 am to 5:00 pm.