Fluid Analysis Chemist - Lab R&D & Customer Support (6mo)

Quaker Houghton; Bolton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Global R&D exposure

On-the-job learning

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Quaker Houghton in Manchester is seeking a Fluid Analysis Chemist to perform laboratory testing, prepare and analyse customer samples, manage data, and contribute to technical problem-solving in a well-equipped analytical lab. This 6-month fixed-term contract may extend to 9 months based on business needs.

The role is fully onsite at our Manchester laboratory, with hands-on training and opportunities to work with a global industry-leading team in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in Chemistry.
• Good knowledge of wet chemistry and all aspects of Laboratory health & safety.
• 1–3 years of laboratory experience; working knowledge of GLP and COSHH.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Soft skills: safety-conscious, communication, analytical problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting.
• Implement new or improved analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Carry out prescribed analyses in a controlled environment.

Skills

Analytical problem solver

Effective communication

Safety conscious

Customer and results driven

Education

BSc in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quaker Houghton in Manchester is seeking a Fluid Analysis Chemist to perform laboratory testing, prepare and analyse customer samples, manage data, and contribute to technical problem-solving in a well-equipped analytical lab. This 6-month fixed-term contract may extend to 9 months based on business needs.

The role is fully onsite at our Manchester laboratory, with hands-on training and opportunities to work with a global industry-leading team in a collaborative environment.