Environmental Toxicologist - Technical Assessor

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks an Environmental Toxicologist to serve as a Technical Assessor. This role involves evaluating laboratories to uphold standards as part of the UKAS assessment process. Ideal candidates will possess experience in toxicology and a thorough knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 standards. This position offers a chance to grow professionally as either a permanent employee or an independent consultant.

Qualifications

• Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory.
• Deep understanding of quality control across analytical techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate laboratories across the UK as part of the UKAS assessment process.
• Aid in assessing toxicology laboratories to ensure compliance and quality.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Knowledge of industry-standard methods

Strong communication skills

Job description

Environmental Toxicologist - Technical Assessor, Birmingham

Client: UKAS

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

Role: Toxicologist (Environmental Analytical Chemistry)

Contract Role

Location: Remote, UK Coverage

We are seeking an Independent Analytical Chemistry Technical Assessor in Toxicology. Our external Technical Assessors are vital in the UKAS assessment process, providing expertise to evaluate laboratories across the UK.

Ongoing right to work in the UK is required.

Ideal candidates will have experience in toxicology or workplace drug testing, with the following qualifications:

• Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory.
• Deep understanding of quality control across analytical techniques.
• Knowledge of data performance checks and data integrity.
• Experience with matrices involved in toxicology testing.
• Experience with screening and instrumental techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for communication with laboratory staff, management, and customers.

Key Skills:

• Laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of industry-standard methods and sector schemes.
• Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 standard testing and calibration laboratories.
• Experience in auditing is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with various stakeholders.
• Training provided for Report Writing to UKAS standards, including ISO/IEC 17024:2012 and UKAS systems.

Joining UKAS as a Technical Assessor offers a rewarding opportunity to expand skills and advance your career, whether as a permanent employee or independent consultant.

For more information, follow this link: UKAS Careers – Independent Technical Assessors

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