Graduate Scientist

Randstad Delivery; Witney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Witney is seeking a Scientist to support product research and development through scientific experimentation and prototype fabrication. The role involves performing tests, developing protocols, and analyzing data while adhering to good laboratory practices. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience of working in a laboratory, scientific or technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing to protocol or procedure whilst adhering to good laboratory practice.
• Develop protocols to accomplish goals.
• Analyse data, evaluate results and form conclusions.

Skills

Communication

Tools

Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Job description

Job Title: Scientist

Location: Witney

Pay Rate: 30,000 - 33,000

Duration: 12 Months
Work mode: Onsite

Main purpose of role

Summarize the main purpose of the role.

To provide support to product research and development and technical support activities through scientific experimentation and prototype fabrication. To perform testing of product or materials analysis, reporting and review of results.

Main responsibilities

• Perform testing to protocol or procedure whilst adhering to good laboratory practice
• Develop protocols to accomplish goals
• Produce prototype product or communicate prototype requirements to support experiments
• Utilise analytical instruments and train others in their operation
• Participate in experimental design discussions, identify variables that may impact experimental results
• Analyse data, evaluate results and form conclusions
• Prepare effective summaries of results and communicates these to wider team
• Compile and maintain records as required by good laboratory practice
• Write clear and technically correct reports with feedback from colleagues
• Liase with other departments and present technical information in team meetings
• Have awareness of design control procedures applicable to role
• Responsible for own laboratory notebook and for the accuracy, quality and timeliness of experimental results
• Ensure that all work complies with the ADC quality system
• Use scientific and industry literature to broaden technical and theoretical understanding
• Purchase equipment as required and within budget
• Highlight improvement opportunities to manager
• Know and apply knowledge of health and safety procedures

Experience/Background

Experience Details

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good working knowledge of software packages such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint to analyse data, present results and write reports
• Experience of working in a laboratory, scientific or technical environment