Metals Analytical Chemist – ICP-OES/SEM-EDX/XRF Specialist

SRG; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A scientific consultancy is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Metals) for a permanent position in Cheshire. The successful candidate will manage the analytical lab, performing elemental analyses and metallography using advanced techniques like ICP-OES and SEM-EDX. A BSc in Chemistry or similar is required along with a proactive approach and strong team skills. This role offers a salary between £30,000 and £35,000, along with benefits like a pension scheme and annual leave.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Company bonus scheme

Dental insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc degree in Chemistry or similar.
• Recent experience in elemental analysis and metallography.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the analytical laboratory for internal and external clients.
• Conduct elemental analysis and metallography.
• Report data clearly to diverse audiences.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical techniques.

Skills

Elemental Analysis

Metallography

Proactive communication

Team working

Education

BSc degree in Chemistry or similar

Tools

ICP-OES

LECO

SEM-EDX

XRF

Job description

A scientific consultancy is seeking an Analytical Chemist (Metals) for a permanent position in Cheshire. The successful candidate will manage the analytical lab, performing elemental analyses and metallography using advanced techniques like ICP-OES and SEM-EDX. A BSc in Chemistry or similar is required along with a proactive approach and strong team skills. This role offers a salary between £30,000 and £35,000, along with benefits like a pension scheme and annual leave.