Graduate Chemist - Laboratory Technician

Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability Recruitment; Ascot; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability Recruitment seeks a motivated science graduate for a fully onsite, permanent, full-time role in Berkshire. You will gain industrial laboratory experience in flavours, fragrances and natural products, with structured training in sensory assessment, physical testing and analytical techniques.

Ideal candidates hold a recent degree in Chemistry or related fields, have strong lab and computer skills, and are eager to learn and contribute in a fast-paced team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biochemistry, or related field required.
• Strong basic lab and computer skills expected.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work well in a team.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Receive, handle and dispatch laboratory samples.
• Maintain accurate sample records and keep storage areas organised.
• Coordinate sample requirements with logistics, sales and QA teams.
• Communicate updates and help resolve sample-related delays.
• Participate in sensory training covering aroma families and natural products.
• Support the physical testing and organoleptic evaluation of samples.
• Contribute to flavour and fragrance development projects and customer presentations.
• Gain exposure to GC, HPLC and titration techniques.

Skills

Lab skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Learning agility

Task prioritisation

Education

Chemistry/related science degree

Tools

GC

HPLC

Titration

Job description

Berkshire – Fully onsite

Permanent, full-time

We are recruiting a motivated science graduate to join a well-established international business operating from a state-of-the-art facility in Berkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forensic Science or related science graduate to gain valuable industrial laboratory experience. You will receive structured training in sensory assessment, physical testing and a range of analytical techniques within the flavours, fragrances and natural-products sector.

The role:

• Manage the receipt, handling and dispatch of laboratory samples.
• Maintain accurate sample records and keep storage areas organised.
• Liaise with logistics, sales and quality teams to coordinate sample requirements.
• Communicate updates and help resolve sample-related delays.
• Participate in sensory training covering olfactory families, aroma chemicals and natural products.
• Support the physical testing and organoleptic evaluation of samples.
• Contribute to flavour and fragrance development projects and customer presentations.
• Gain exposure to techniques including GC, HPLC and titration.

About you:

• A recent degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Good basic laboratory and computer skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise multiple tasks and work effectively within a team.
• Self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic about learning new techniques.

Previous industrial experience is not essential. This opportunity is ideally suited to a graduate looking to establish their career within a creative, technical and fast-paced laboratory environment.