Mass Spectrometry Scientist

VRS-UK; Brixham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical chemistry company in Brixham is seeking an Analytical Chemist to design and apply methods for complex studies. You will utilize cutting-edge mass spec technologies and collaborate on all aspects of method planning. Ideal candidates will have a BSc/MChem/PhD in a related field and experience with LC-MS development. This role offers strong career growth, competitive salary, and an excellent working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Subsidised canteen

Active social calendar

Qualifications

• Experience with method development for quantitation or structural characterization.
• Understanding of industry regulations like GLP, GMP or ISO.
• Knowledge of Sciex and/or ThermoFisher mass spectrometry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and apply analytical methods for complex matrices.
• Utilize mass spectrometry technologies including QQQs and QTOFs.
• Manage analytical method plans collaboratively.

Skills

Analytical method design

Mass spectrometry

Collaboration

Research skills

Education

BSc/MChem/PhD in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

LC-MS

QTOF

QQQ

Job description

Overview

If you are seeking a role that will challenge and expand your analytical chemistry knowledge, as well as an enviable life by the sea, then this is the ideal role for you! You will be joining a company that has a reputation in the field for tackling highly complex analytical studies that require extensive industry expertise to solve.

You will be responsible for designing, optimizing and applying analytical methods for ecotoxicological, e-fate, physchem and residue studies; detecting, quantifying and characterizing small molecular species in complex matrices. You will have access to the latest mass spec technologies including QQQs and QTOFs. In collaboration with colleagues, you will be responsible for every part of the analytical method plan, from sample preparation to final report. In addition to your day-to-day laboratory work you will also be expected to research the latest technologies and practices with a view to implementing these in the workplace and evolving the company's working practices and services.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize and apply analytical methods for ecotoxicological, e-fate, physchem and residue studies; detect, quantify and characterize small molecular species in complex matrices.
• Utilize latest mass spectrometry technologies including QQQs and QTOFs.
• Collaborate to manage every part of the analytical method plan, from sample preparation to final report.
• Research and implement new technologies and practices to evolve the workplace and company services.

Qualifications

• BSc/MChem/PhD in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry or related subject
• Knowledge of LC-MS method development for quantitation or structural characterization in complex matrices
• Understanding of industry regulations such as GLP, GMP or ISO; knowledge of Sciex and/or ThermoFisher mass spectrometry is advantageous

Additional

Interviews will be conducted in a 2-stage process: virtual and onsite.

The company offers exceptional opportunities for career growth within a friendly and supportive team. As well as a competitive salary, pension and associated benefits you will enjoy an unrivalled working environment, including an active social calendar and subsidised canteen.

Application

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