GC Analyst

Cawood; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK laboratory is seeking a GC Analyst for its Dioxins and Furans laboratory in Marchwood, Southampton. This role involves routine analysis of environmental and food samples while adhering to strict quality management protocols. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Chemistry and strong analytical skills but applications from those willing to learn are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with GC analysis and ISO 17025/MCERTS standards is advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and receive training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis on customer samples with adherence to UKAS guidelines.
• Conduct instrument calibration and maintenance, troubleshooting as needed.
• Ensure accurate data recording and compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Job description

This role is located in Marchwood, within the Cawood Scientific Environment Division. Marchwood, part of Cawood, was established in 1998 and performs a range of specialist analytical testing services to customers operating in the Environmental, Industrial and Agricultural Sectors from its three laboratories based in the South and North of England. As a leading UK Dioxin and Furans analysis laboratory and the UK’s leading specialist laboratory for independent occupational hygiene analysis, Marchwood offers a range of services for the environmental, occupational and food/feed sectors. Learn more about Marchwood by clicking here.

Job Description

Job Title: GC Analyst

Location: Marchwood Southampton

Company: Cawood

Job Description: We are seeking a GC Analyst to join our dynamic team within our Dioxins, Furans and PCBs laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine analysis on a variety of customer samples (Environmental/Food), working to deadlines in accordance with the company Quality Management System and UKAS guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis on customer samples, working to deadlines and in accordance with UKAS guidelines using analytical instrumentation (HiRez GCMS and GCMS).
• Work to UKAS standards (ISO 17025 and MCERTS) to ensure that the agreed quality standards and requirements e.g. calibrations, AQC charts etc. are continually adhered to.
• Perform and monitor QC checks. Ensure that all work carried out complies with documented procedures and samples are handled correctly. Accurately record and analyse data, identify possible deviations.
• Perform routine instrument calibration and maintenance. Troubleshooting, identifying root cause and implement viable corrective actions with support from Team Leader.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and laboratory management team.
• Prepare standards and solutions. To aid in the preparation of samples when needed. Ordering and monitoring of lab consumables.
• Maintain a high standard of personal knowledge and skills relevant to role through self-directed learning.
• Ad hoc duties as required. Keep the laboratory clean and tidy at all times.
• In conjunction with supervisor prioritise and manage workload.
• Be willing to do overtime when requested.
• Qualifications:
• Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or equivalent or experience within a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience in GC analysis and knowledge of ISO 17025 and MCERTS standards preferred but not essential.
• Consideration will be given to candidates with no previous analytical experience and full training will be provided.