Analytical Lab Manager & Method Development Lead

Eurofins Scientific; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific company in Macclesfield is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of their analytical lab. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, along with significant experience in analytical chemistry labs. Responsibilities include managing a small team, ensuring compliance with quality standards, developing analytical methods, and maintaining equipment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment focused on excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or similar required.
• Strong experience in an analytical chemistry lab necessary.
• Hands-on experience with specific testing instruments important.

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day operations of the analytical lab.
• Manage and support a small team.
• Plan workloads and ensure tests are completed on time.
• Develop and improve new analytical methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality management.

Skills

Analytical chemistry lab experience

Development of analytical methods

Supervising or mentoring staff

Understanding of quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 17025)

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

MSc/PhD

Training in laboratory management

Tools

ICP-OES / LECO

Metallography (optical, SEM-EDX)

XRD

Physical testing (particle size, thickness)

Job description

A leading scientific company in Macclesfield is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of their analytical lab. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, along with significant experience in analytical chemistry labs. Responsibilities include managing a small team, ensuring compliance with quality standards, developing analytical methods, and maintaining equipment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment focused on excellence and safety.