Chemistry Graduate

Campden BRI; Chipping Campden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical laboratory is seeking a full-time analytical chemist to analyze samples and produce reports at their Chipping Campden campus. The role requires a science graduate in Chemistry or related field, and involves conducting various analytical tests, ensuring quality standards, and training junior staff. Benefits include a generous holiday allowance and a work/life balance culture.

Benefits

Employee discounts and rewards

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Generous pension scheme

Work/life balance culture

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Qualifications

• Science graduate in a relevant field.
• Eager to start a career in science.
• Interest in learning analytical chemistry methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of samples in the Analytical Chemistry section.
• Booking, preparation, and reporting results of samples.
• Produce accurate laboratory records and reports.
• Ensure quality standards according to company policies.
• Train and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

GC/MS/MS

HPLC

Report Writing

Team Supervision

Education

Science graduate in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or Biochemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC/MS/MS

LC/MS/MS

Job description

Analytical Services

We offer commercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritional and health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, and wines and spirits.

Position

• Undertake analysis of samples in the Analytical Chemistry section along with all associated activities. This could involve analysis by GC/MS/MS, LC/MS/MS, HPLC, and ICP.
• Booking in of samples, preparation of samples, and reporting of results to clients.
• Routine analysis of foodstuffs and related materials using instrumental methods such as HPLC and LC/MS/MS.
• Produce accurate laboratory records, calculate results, collate data for scientific reports, and produce reports for both routine and bespoke analysis.
• Ensure all quality aspects are managed according to Campden BRI standards, including maintaining QC records for UKAS accredited methods.
• Respond to client inquiries related to testing within the section.
• Train and supervise junior staff as required.
• Perform basic maintenance and calibration of equipment, including GC/MS/MS, LC/MS/MS, and HPLC systems.

Requirements

• Science graduate in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or Biochemistry.
• Eager to start your career in science.
• Interested in learning analytical chemistry methods.
• This role is based full-time at our Chipping Campden (Gloucestershire) campus in the scenic Cotswolds. Public transport is limited, so a driving license and vehicle are essential. The site is accessible from towns like Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham, and Evesham.

Benefits

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme.
• Generous work-saver pension scheme with company matching contributions up to 10%.
• Work/life balance culture, including early finish on Fridays.
• Subsidised onsite restaurant.