Inorganic Specialist Chemist/ ICP -MS

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global testing organization is seeking an Inorganic Specialist Chemist in the Cambridge area. The role involves developing new inorganic methods, conducting investigations, and supporting the sales team. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have significant method development experience, and possess strong interpersonal skills. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Method Development and Validation in a UKAS 17025 setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers and stakeholders.
• Effective communicator with strong written skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new Inorganic methods like ICP-MS and ICP-OES.
• Investigate and conduct non-routine methodology as required.
• Assist in method validation package development in line with accreditation requirements.

Skills

Method Development

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Interpersonal Skills

Report Writing

Education

Degree in a relevant Science based discipline

Job description

Overview

Inorganic Chemist/ ICP -MS

Location: Cambridge area
Type: Permanent
Hours: Days: Monday - Friday
Salary: £35,000 + depending on experience

Our client, part of a global testing organisation, are looking to expand their technical team and hire a new Inorganic Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop any new and diverse Inorganic methods (ICP- MS/ ICP - OES etc)
• Investigate and conduct non routine methodology and data generation as required by client and business
• Assist in investigations, review and presentation of resource developments that would improve analytical methodology
• Contribute to development, compilation and presentation of method validation packages in line with accreditation requirements.
• Support organics department in areas requiring advanced expertise in analytical chemistry
• Assist quality team in scheduled audits
• Respond to client queries in a prompt and professional manner, either directly, or in support of other colleagues
• Develop and implement business improvement ideas, across all areas of the organics lab, which will enhance instrument availability, reduce the amount of re-work and the number of customer queries, and improve the quality of our analytical capabilities, and the service our clients receive
• Support the sales and marketing team on technical matters, and assist wherever possible in winning new clients, and smoothly onboarding them
• Assist in the future planning for the organics lab, including capacity assessments, choice of new instruments, the purchasing of consumables, etc.

The Person

• Will hold a Degree in a relevant Science based discipline
• Significant Method Development, Method Validation experience in a UKAS 17025 setting (essential); working with ICP-MS/ ICP - OES
• Will have strong interpersonal skills and able to interact with Customers and Stakeholders within the business.
• Be an effective communicator.
• Have strong written/ report writing skills.

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Job Info

Job Title: Inorganic Specialist Chemist/ ICP -MS

Company: Russell Taylor Group Ltd

Location:

Posted: Sep 10th 2025

Closes: Oct 11th 2025

Sector: Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time