Environmental Toxicologist - Technical Assessor

UKAS; Leeds; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Independent Analytical Chemistry Technical Assessor in Toxicology. This remote role involves providing essential expertise for robust evaluations in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in toxicology, quality control, and exceptional interpersonal skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career while contributing to critical assessments across the UK. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and offers full training to meet UKAS requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in toxicology or workplace drug testing.
• Understanding of quality control in analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in the UKAS assessment process.
• Deliver robust evaluations for laboratories across the UK.

Skills

Toxicology

ISO/IEC 17025

Analytical Chemistry

Quality Control

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Role: Toxicologist (Environmental Analytical Chemistry)

Contract Role

Location: Remote, UK Coverage

We are currently seeking an Independent Analytical Chemistry Technical Assessor in Toxicology. Our external Technical Assessors play a vital role in the UKAS assessment process, providing essential expertise to deliver robust evaluations for laboratories across the UK.

Ongoing right to work in the UK is a pre-requisite of this position.

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

• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory.
• A deep understanding of quality control across a range of analytical techniques.
• A thorough knowledge of data performance checks and data integrity requirements.
• Experience handling relevant matrices involved in toxicology testing.
• Direct experience with both screening and instrumental techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with laboratory staff, management, and customers at all levels.

Key Skills:

• Proven practical experience in a laboratory setting.
• Up-to-date and detailed knowledge relevant to your field of expertise, including industry-standard methods and relevant sector schemes.
• Proven experience in ISO/IEC 17025 standard testing and calibration laboratories.
• Some experience in internal or external auditing would be advantageous.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of effectively communicating with Certification Body staff, Senior Management Teams, Assessment Centres, and customers at all levels.
• Full training will be provided to become an Assessor in Report Writing to UKAS requirements, including ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standard awareness and UKAS systems training.

Becoming a Technical Assessor for UKAS offers a unique and rewarding opportunity for industry professionals to expand their skills and enhance their careers, whether alongside a permanent role or as an independent consultant.

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