Scientist I

RSSL; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading scientific organization as a Scientist I, where you will perform routine and investigative analyses, ensuring high-quality results and customer satisfaction. This role involves supervising junior staff and maintaining laboratory standards. If you are passionate about science and innovation, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Benefits

Performance Related Bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Life assurance

27 days holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits programme

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
• Practical experience with ion chromatography systems is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis using chromatography and mass spectrometry.
• Supervise and train junior team members as required.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and UKAS standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

Laboratory’s LIMS system

Q-Pulse

Job description

Join to apply for the Scientist I role at RSSL

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Scientist I role at RSSL

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.

Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!

Purpose: The role at Scientist I is to be responsible for performing a range of routine and investigative analyses ensuring that projects are completed effectively and meet the customer’s contractual agreements. Perform chemical analysis and report work in accordance with the quality standards within the Speciality Pharmaceutical laboratory. Supervise and train junior members of the team as required. Occasional client contact and administrative support for laboratory management. The Speciality Pharmaceutical laboratory focus on chromatography, mass spectrometry and elemental analysis techniques, with the focus of this role being IC.

The position will be primarily based at the RSSL sites on the Reading university campus, although may require attendance at any of the RSSL sites or to support work in other laboratories.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Technical

• Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results.
• Perform a range of routine analysis using using techniques such as chromatography, mass spectrometry and elemental analysis under minimal supervision of a senior member of staff.
• Perform method validation following protocols.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
• Perform transcription checking for factual data (e.g. reagents) and review non GMP projects on LIMS
• Be proficient in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system, Q-Pulse, etc
• Provide training in routine activities and methods.
• Take responsibility as required for elements of specific projects and/or specific areas of general laboratory/sample administration.
• Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required.
  
  
  

Communication & Influence

• Work as part of an efficient analytical team
• Participate in the preparation of client quotes
• Deliver internal presentations across groups
  
  
  

Leadership and supervision

• Supervise and train a junior member of the team as required.
  
  
  

QEHS

• Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed
• To complete assigned quality actions in a timely manner
• Assist with the documentation of SOPs for simple equipment and tests and generation of Risk Assessments and COSHH
• To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS.
• Ensure training records are accurate.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements:

• Educated to Degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory.
• Good understanding of basic lab equipment
• Practical experience of working with ion chromatography systems is a must
• Practical experience in chromatography, mass spectrometry and elemental analysis techniques
• Scientific understanding and ability to conduct chemical analysis in relevant area under supervision
• Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team
• Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements.
• Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.
• Able to organise own work to maximise output
• Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
• Computer literate in standard MS office applications
• Experience of working in a regulated environment (preferred)
• English fluency (written and spoken)
  
  
  

More About This Role

In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including:

• Opportunities to learn and develop
• Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)
• Life assurance
• 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc).
  
  
  

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries. Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team are committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.

Curious about us and want to learn more?

Please explore: Website YouTube LinkedIn Glassdoor

RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

#RSSL

Job Type

Regular

Analytical Science

Science & Engineering

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at RSSL by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Scientist” roles.

Healthcare Scientist/Trainee Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Bracknell, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Biomedical Scientist - Haematology / Blood Transfusion

Frimley, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Slough, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Slough, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Bracknell, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Bracknell, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Woking, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Abingdon-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Abingdon-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Guildford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Research and Development Chemist- AI Trainer

Slough, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Graduate Research Intern, Chemistry - AI Trainer

Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Harwell, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Guildford, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Senior Scientist - Purification Development

Slough, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Wantage, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Measurement Scientist Student Placement - Year in Industry 2025-2026

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Senior Scientist I - Characterisation | CMC - Oxford

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Abingdon-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Research Scientist: Climate Effects of Halocarbons

Reading, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Slough, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Measurement Scientist Student Placement - Year in Industry 2025-2026

Oxford, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.