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Scientist- ICP

Campden BRI

Chipping Campden

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 50,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a skilled analytical chemist to join their dynamic team in Chipping Campden. This role focuses on developing and optimizing analytical methods, maintaining sophisticated instruments, and providing technical support to clients. With a strong emphasis on food science and technology, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality analytical services. The company fosters a culture of work/life balance and offers a generous benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the food and beverage industry.

Employee discounts and rewards

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Generous pension scheme

Work/life balance focus

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Degree and 5+ years experience in chemical and analytical sciences.
In-depth knowledge of ICP-OES & ICP-MS maintenance and troubleshooting.

Develop and improve analytical methods and maintain instruments.
Provide technical training and manage client technical enquiries.

Analytical Chemistry

Method Development

Communication Skills

Food Science and Technology

Project Management

Degree in Chemical or Analytical Sciences

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

£38,000-£50,000 Pa Based On Experience

Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

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.

ICP Team
To provide key technical support and insight to the business and external stakeholders.

This Will Involve

Scoping and developing client specific analytical projects
Method development and improvement of existing methods
Maintenance of analytical instrumentation
Technical requirements scoping for capital expenditure
Technical training of employees and clients
Client liaison for technical enquiries
Commercial awareness in timely service/project delivery
Driving operational efficiency and safe working compliance with business systems

Position

Method development, improvement, and optimisation including literature review and validation studies.
Instrument maintenance.
Development of SOPs and ancillary documentation.
Providing internal training.
Internal auditing, technical method reviews and technical input to NCWs.
Reviewing emerging industry issues and technologies.

Requirements

Degree and minimum of 5 years (or equivalent) relevant experience in chemical and analytical sciences post-graduation
In depth knowledge on maintenance and troubleshooting for ICP-OES & ICP-MS
Knowledge and exposure of method validation to meet ISO17025 requirements
Strong knowledge of food science and technology; preferable with food industry experience
Broad knowledge of the analytical requirements for the food and beverage industry, to include organic and inorganic analysis of contaminants, nutrients, functional components and allergens.
Proven effectiveness in managing timely and cost-effective delivery of technical services/research outputs.
Experienced in the requirements of ISO 17025 standards.
Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, upwards, downwards, and outwards.

Benefits

Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Buy and sell holiday scheme
A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
Subsidised onsite restaurant

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