Environmental Toxicologist - Technical Assessor

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading assessment organization in the UK seeks an Environmental Toxicologist to serve as a Technical Assessor. This role involves evaluating laboratories and ensuring compliance with standards in toxicology and analytical chemistry. Ideal candidates will possess experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 lab and strong communication skills. Opportunities exist for career development alongside this independent consultancy role.

Qualifications

• Experience in workplace drug testing or toxicology.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate laboratories across the UK as a Technical Assessor.
• Provide expertise in toxicology testing.
• Ensure quality control in various analytical techniques.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Quality control knowledge

Analytical techniques understanding

Data integrity knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited lab

Job description

Environmental Toxicologist - Technical Assessor, High Wycombe

Client:

UKAS

Location:

High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

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 play a vital role 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 various analytical techniques.
• Knowledge of data performance checks and data integrity.
• Experience handling matrices involved in toxicology testing.
• Experience with screening and instrumental techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for communication with laboratory staff, management, and clients.

Key Skills:

• Practical laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of industry-standard methods and sector schemes.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 standard testing and calibration labs.
• Auditing experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with various stakeholders.
• Training in report writing and UKAS systems will be provided.

Becoming a UKAS Technical Assessor offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career, either alongside a permanent role or as an independent consultant.

More information can be found here: UKAS Careers – Independent Technical Assessors

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