Ecotoxicology Analytical Team Leader

Smithers; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled analytical chemist to lead a dynamic team within the Ecotoxicology Analytical group. This role offers a chance to apply your technical expertise while mentoring analysts and driving compliance in a collaborative environment. You will contribute to high-quality data delivery for ecotoxicology studies, develop robust analytical methods, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers diverse projects, competitive benefits, and a supportive workplace culture. Take the next step in your career with us!

Benefits

Private Medical with Bupa

Employer matched pension contributions

Eyecare vouchers

Ride to work scheme

Life assurance cover

Employee Assistance Program

Free mortgage advice service

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in Chemistry or related subject required.
• Experience in a CRO environment with quality systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality data efficiently and accurately.
• Provide leadership and technical expertise to the team.
• Prepare study plans and reports for allocated studies.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Education

BSc in Chemistry

Tools

Quality Systems (GLP, GMP)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a competent and experienced analytical chemist with proven line management experience to join the Ecotoxicology Analytical team, part of the Chemistry department within the Environmental Risk Sciences (ERS) division of Smithers, based in Harrogate.

Smithers ERS Limited provides a wide range of environmental safety testing services for the pharmaceutical, agricultural, industrial and specialty chemical, and personal care industries. Our team includes experienced scientists and technicians offering a broad range of skills and areas of expertise.

This role is ideal for an individual looking to apply their technical expertise in analytical chemistry while also leading and supporting a team of analysts. The successful candidate will play a key part in delivering high-quality data for ecotoxicology studies, contributing to the development and implementation of robust analytical methods, and fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment

Reporting to the Director of Chemistry, the individual will be in a Team Leader role working as part of an established team, providing leadership and technical expertise to the Ecotoxicology Analytical group. The incumbent will act as liaison between the relevant stakeholders, mentor and train team members, and drive compliance.

All work will be conducted in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, and specifically those regulations (GLP) specified in the study plans, protocols, or work agreements governing the work in which they are involved.

Responsibilities

• Help and advise study directors to overcome analytical challenges
• Drive quality and innovation as part of a problem-solving culture
• Preparation of study plans and reports for allocated studies
• Deliver high-quality data efficiently and accurately, supporting the needs of our clients
• Play an integral role in maintaining and organizing laboratory resources and equipment
• Work closely with a team of experienced scientists in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Provide technical support and excellence across the department
• Line management of assigned staff including performance reviews and goal setting

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum BSc or equivalent in Chemistry, or a related subject
• Relevant practical experience in a CRO environment, including working with quality systems (GLP, GMP)
• Demonstrated experience in delivering scientific services, including OTD, Client Focus and Scheduling and Maximising Utilisation
• Excellent ability to problem solve, IT skills, motivation, communication and organizational skills.

We Offer

We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career, as well as a multitude of benefits including:

• Private Medical with Bupa
• Employer matched pension contributions
• Eyecare vouchers
• Ride to work scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free mortgage advice service

There is no better time to join us!

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