Core Inorganic Analysis Researcher (ICP-MS)

LGC Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

LGC National Laboratories is seeking a Researcher – Core Inorganic Analysis to perform high-accuracy elemental analyses and contribute to metrology research and commercial projects. You will work under the Senior Researcher Inorganic Analysis and collaborate with the Elemental Lab Manager to deliver reference measurements.

The role requires a chemistry degree with hands-on ICP-MS experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to support diverse analytical projects within a leading

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry with at least 2 years of practical experience in analytical chemistry applications (industrial or academic).
• Verified experience and knowledge in using multiple sample preparation approaches for high-accuracy elemental analysis.
• Operation of ICP-MS is mandatory.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to collaborate across teams within the NML.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-accuracy elemental analysis using established methods in commercial and metrology environments.
• Work under supervision to deliver reference measurements and calibration services.
• Support research projects and commercial delivery, including isotope ratio analysis when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

ICP-MS operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

ICP-MS

ICP-MS/MS

ICP-OES

Microwave digestion

Job description

LGC National Laboratories is seeking a Researcher – Core Inorganic Analysis to perform high-accuracy elemental analyses and contribute to metrology research and commercial projects. You will work under the Senior Researcher Inorganic Analysis and collaborate with the Elemental Lab Manager to deliver reference measurements.

The role requires a chemistry degree with hands-on ICP-MS experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to support diverse analytical projects within a leading