Lead Environmental Chemist: Method Dev & GLP Studies

Smithers Careers; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in Harrogate is seeking a Senior Environmental Chemist to lead analytical method development and support regulatory submissions in environmental projects. This position requires a strong background in analytical chemistry, particularly with LC‑MS/MS and GC methods, as well as excellent communication skills for client interactions. The role offers various benefits including private medical insurance and pension contributions, contributing to an innovative and growing team in the field of environmental science.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance with Bupa

Employer‑matched pension contributions

Eyecare vouchers

Ride to Work scheme

Life assurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Free mortgage advice service

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in analytical method development.
• Strong hands-on expertise with LC‑MS/MS and GC instrumentation.
• Experience working with pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate analytical methods for environmental matrices.
• Act as Study Director for analytical studies.
• Engage with clients to discuss technical approaches.

Skills

Analytical method development

Communication skills

Regulatory awareness

Client interaction

Education

BSc, MSc or PhD in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

LC‑MS/MS

GC instrumentation

Job description

An environmental consulting firm in Harrogate is seeking a Senior Environmental Chemist to lead analytical method development and support regulatory submissions in environmental projects. This position requires a strong background in analytical chemistry, particularly with LC‑MS/MS and GC methods, as well as excellent communication skills for client interactions. The role offers various benefits including private medical insurance and pension contributions, contributing to an innovative and growing team in the field of environmental science.