Fluid Analysis Chemist — Onsite Manchester (6–9 mo)

Quaker Houghton; Manchester; On-site; Confidential; Full time

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Global industry leadership

On-the-job learning and development

Wellbeing programs

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Job summary

Quaker Houghton seeks a Fluid Analysis Chemist for its Manchester laboratory. This is a 6-month fixed term contract onsite at Trafford Park with potential extension. You will perform tests, manage data, and support problem solving in a well-equipped analytical lab.

Ideal candidates have a chemistry degree and 1–3 years of lab experience, with strong knowledge of wet chemistry and GLP/COSHH principles. Proficiency in Office tools is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in Chemistry.
• Good knowledge of wet chemistry and laboratory health & safety.
• 1-3 years laboratory experience and working knowledge of GLP and COSHH.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform qualitative and quantitative laboratory analysis for current or new products.
• Record, analyse and report observations and test results.
• Maintain equipment, glassware and workspace, and dispose of laboratory waste properly.
• Provide analytical service to internal and external customers based on expertise.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Lab safety

Data handling

Microsoft Office

Education

BSc in Chemistry

Tools

GLP/COSHH

Job description

Quaker Houghton seeks a Fluid Analysis Chemist for its Manchester laboratory. This is a 6-month fixed term contract onsite at Trafford Park with potential extension. You will perform tests, manage data, and support problem solving in a well-equipped analytical lab.

Ideal candidates have a chemistry degree and 1–3 years of lab experience, with strong knowledge of wet chemistry and GLP/COSHH principles. Proficiency in Office tools is expected.