R&D Analytical Scientist in Slough, Berkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Slough; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job board is seeking an R&D Analytical Scientist for a fully lab-based position in Slough. The role involves performing experimental work, analyzing data, and supporting multiple projects. Candidates should possess a strong foundation in protein chemistry with hands-on experience in techniques such as HPLC and Electrophoresis. This is a 12-month contract with a pay rate of £18.49/hour.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates may be considered, but industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform experimental work, analyze data, and report findings.
• Plan and complete assigned tasks within required timeframes.
• Liaise with scientists and project leads to close out technical reviews.
• Interpret data against specifications and identify trends.
• Communicate progress and elevate challenges to Line Manager or Project Lead.
• Maintain lab operations including stock taking and ordering.
• Document work in electronic lab notebooks.
• Participate in departmental meetings and administrative tasks.

Skills

Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of protein chemistry

Hands-on experience with HPLC

Experience with Electrophoresis

GC/GC-MS experience

Familiarity with LC-MS/MS methods

Education

BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Bioengineering

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

R&D Analytical Scientist

Location: Slough
Contract Length: 12 months
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week
Start Date: December (ASAP)
Pay Rate: £18.49/hour

About the Role

This is a fully lab-based position within the R&D Analytics team - Remote working is not available. The successful candidate will support multiple projects in a matrix organizational structure and contribute to analytical development and sample analysis in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently perform experimental work, analyze data, and report findings.
• Plan and complete assigned tasks within required timeframes.
• Liaise with scientists and project leads to close out technical reviews.
• Interpret data against specifications and identify trends.
• Communicate progress and elevate challenges to Line Manager or Project Lead.
• Maintain lab operations including stock taking and ordering.
• Document work in electronic lab notebooks.
• Participate in departmental meetings and administrative tasks.

Technical Requirements

Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of protein chemistry.

Hands-on experience with:

• HPLC (e.g., size exclusion)
• Electrophoresis (e.g., CE SDS, icIEF)
• GC/GC-MS experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with LC-MS/MS methods for Proteomics, Metabolomics, or Lipidomics is desirable.

Education & Experience

BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Bioengineering.

Recent graduates may be considered, but industry experience is .

Training & Development

A tailored training plan will be implemented upon joining, with the expectation that the candidate will begin effectively supporting Protein & Process Analytics activities within 2 months.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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