Lead Scientist - Environmental Science

TN United Kingdom; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Scientist in Environmental Science to drive innovations in Biodegradation services. This operational role involves leading scientific developments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various teams to maintain high standards in service delivery. The position offers the flexibility of hybrid or remote work, along with opportunities for career development. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of environmental science. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Pension

Flexible working opportunities

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Biodegradation with scientific and regulatory expertise.
• Strong communication, networking, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification and implementation of scientific developments in Biodegradation services.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to enhance the reputation of Biodegradation services.
• Provide scientific judgment on study data interpretation and reporting.

Skills

Biodegradation

Communication Skills

Networking Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Customer Liaison

Education

BSc in Chemistry or related field

Job description

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Lead Scientist - Environmental Science, Huntingdon

Client:

HAR Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Limited

Location:

Huntingdon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

386fea01785c

Job Views:

12

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Do you want to use your extensive experience in Biodegradation in an exciting new role?

Will you lead and deliver the best possible service to our clients and stakeholders?

At our site in Alconbury near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, we are looking to recruit a Lead Scientist within the Environmental Sciences team.

Please note this can be a hybrid/remote role with travel to a primary site as needed.

This operational and customer-facing role involves providing strong scientific leadership in delivering solutions to internal and external customers.

Work with Operational Leaders to ensure that Biodegradation studies are performed and reported to high scientific standards in compliance with GLP, A(SP)A, and HSE regulations, within agreed timeframes.

The job holder will be the primary interface between Biodegradation Services, Regulatory, Sales, and Marketing.

Job Responsibilities will include:

• Maintain awareness of the competitive marketplace for Biodegradation services, including both commercial and service expectations.
• Lead the identification and implementation of scientific developments to keep the Company’s Biodegradation services at the industry forefront.
• Stay updated on technical, scientific, and regulatory developments related to Biodegradation services through literature review and attending expert meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to maintain and enhance the reputation of Biodegradation services.
• Utilize knowledge and experience to network with other teams, providing training and technical advice.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with external customers to promote Labcorp’s Biodegradation expertise and services.
• Support customer needs during on-site and off-site meetings, and work on developing the customer base.
• Participate in conferences and events to enhance Labcorp’s scientific profile.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific meetings to elevate scientific standing.
• Provide scientific judgment on study data interpretation and reporting.
• Develop proposals for bespoke studies, leading scientific review and design, and ensuring timely and quality project delivery.
• Ensure the highest scientific standards are provided to customers.
• Review study data and support interpretation and communication of results.
• Advocate for best practices and continuous improvement.

What Labcorp can offer you:

• Competitive salary and benefits, including health coverage and pension.
• Opportunities to work with diverse clients on various projects.
• Flexible working and career development opportunities.
• Participation in a rapidly expanding department.

Skills and experience:

• Minimum BSc in Chemistry or related field.
• Extensive experience in Biodegradation with scientific and regulatory expertise.
• Strong communication, networking, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical and reasoning skills.
• Business awareness.
• Project management and customer liaison skills.

Interested? Apply today to join Labcorp and help us achieve our mission – to be the best company to work with and for!

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