Chemistry Analyst (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Alpha Scientific; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing laboratory in Slough is seeking a Chemistry Analyst on a fixed term contract. You'll assist in operating the laboratory focusing on commercial water testing services, ensuring the highest standards of work. Responsibilities include processing samples, managing laboratory tasks, and maintaining compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will possess good communication and computer skills, with laboratory experience advantageous. The role offers various benefits including 25 days holiday and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension contribution matched up to 8%

Life Assurance 3x base salary

Private health scheme

Genuit sharesave scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a laboratory environment.
• Good laboratory practice and methodical work approach.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process water samples and read results.
• Assist in day-to-day management of the laboratory.
• Adhere to documented procedures and maintain records.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Degree or equivalent in Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

FIXED TERM CONTRACT - 12 MONTHS

Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality.

We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.

Now part of the Genuit Group’s Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans.

On site: Slough

Working hours: Full time, Fixed Term Contract

Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 4.00pm

The Role

The Chemistry Analyst will be expected to assist in the operation of the Alpha Scientific Lab with particular focus on the Commercial Water Testing Services.

• To process water samples and read results
• Assistance in the day to day management of the laboratory
• Ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standard and in a timely manner
• Receive samples from customers and process in a timely manner
• Adhering to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, that paperwork are kept in an orderly manner and LIMS is updated correctly. Ensuring all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
• Familiarity with the contents of the Laboratory Quality Manual and compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents which are referred to in the Manual in order to comply with the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
• Working in a clean and tidy manner with due attention to the careful maintenance of all laboratory fittings and equipment.
• Must have good laboratory practice and work to the highest standard.
• Any other tasks reasonably in line with business needs as designated by the Line Manager.

The Person

• Excellent communication skills, and to be confident when dealing with customers.
• Able to work well in a team, with an open, honest and approachable character.
• A good eye for detail and understand fully the business processes.
• Able to adopt a methodical approach to work with accuracy and a high level of attention to detail.
• Able to organise and prioritise workload with flexibility to respond positively to changing demands.
• High degree of computer literacy including the use of programmes such as Excel and Word.
• Able to maintain focus on what can sometimes be repetitive work.
• A degree or equivalent in Chemistry is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience of working within a laboratory environment with competent laboratory bench skills is beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• Pension contribution matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance 3x base salary
• Private health scheme
• Genuit sharesave scheme