QC Analyst

Cranleigh Scientific; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranleigh Scientific in Surrey is seeking a QC Analyst to join its analytical laboratory. This hands-on role involves instrumental analysis, physical testing and organoleptic evaluation of essential oils and natural products.

You will perform GC/FID, GC/MS and HPLC, maintain records per GLP and ISO 9001, and collaborate with quality, production and development teams to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• A degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science or related discipline.
• Practical analytical laboratory experience.
• Experience using GC/FID, GC/MS or HPLC would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical analysis of essential oils, blends and carrier oils.
• Conduct GC/FID, GC/MS, HPLC and FAME testing as required.
• Carry out organoleptic evaluation of products and essential‑oil matches.
• Analyse and interpret data, communicating results to relevant departments.
• Prepare and update Certificates of Analysis and Technical Data Sheets.
• Complete routine instrument validation and maintain validation logs.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice.
• Support the laboratory’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Assist with SOPs, testing methods, safety procedures and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain an organised, clean and safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Food Science

Tools

GC/FID

GC/MS

HPLC

Job description

QC Analyst – Essential Oils & Natural Products

Surrey

Permanent, full-time | Laboratory-based

£30,000-£35,000

We are recruiting a QC Analyst to join the analytical laboratory of an established international business specialising in essential oils and natural products.

This is a hands‑on position involving instrumental analysis, physical testing and organoleptic evaluation. The successful candidate will support the quality assessment of raw materials and finished products while helping maintain high standards of laboratory practice and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform chemical and physical analysis of essential oils, blends and carrier oils.
• Conduct GC/FID, GC/MS, HPLC and FAME testing as required.
• Carry out organoleptic evaluation of products and essential‑oil matches.
• Analyse and interpret data, communicating results to relevant departments.
• Prepare and update Certificates of Analysis and Technical Data Sheets.
• Complete routine instrument validation and maintain validation logs.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice.
• Support the laboratory’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Assist with SOPs, testing methods, safety procedures and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain an organised, clean and safe laboratory environment.

About you:

• A degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science or a related discipline.
• Practical analytical laboratory experience.
• Experience using GC/FID, GC/MS or HPLC would be highly advantageous.
• Strong data analysis and technical‑reporting skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Able to work collaboratively with quality, production, development and purchasing teams.
• An interest in essential oils, flavours, fragrances or natural products would be beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your analytical career within a specialist and internationally focused laboratory environment