Scientist - LC MS

FERA SCIENCE LTD; Sand Hutton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific research company in Sand Hutton is seeking a Scientist to analyze chemical contaminants in food and environmental samples. Responsibilities include running LC-MS methods, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and contributing to method development and training. Candidates should have experience in LC-MS and related techniques, with opportunities for professional development. Additional employee benefits include a competitive salary, flexible hours, and generous leave policies.

Benefits

25 days' holiday (rising to 29)

Flexible working hours

On-site gym

Company matched pension

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience running LC‑MS/MS and data processing preferred.
• Ability to learn and implement new laboratory techniques.
• Experience operating within a quality system (e.g., UKAS or GLP).

Responsibilities

• Analyse samples using established methods and novel techniques.
• Report data to internal teams for timely deadline delivery.
• Contribute to development of new LC‑MS methods.

Skills

Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry

Wet Chemistry Techniques

Good IT Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management Skills

Tools

Masslynx

Masshunter

Chromeleon

Job description

As a Scientist you'll be responsible for the analysis of residues and chemical contaminants in foodstuffs, packaging materials and environmental matrices by LC‑MS. In addition, you will contribute to instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, and to deliver training as required.

What you'll be doing:

• Analyse samples using established methods and novel techniques.
• Report data to internal teams for timely delivery of external deadlines to accreditation standards.
• Contribute to the development of new LC‑MS methods.
• Contribute to instrument maintenance and repair, training others as required.
• Be aware of and follow the appropriate quality assurance and safety procedures.
• Write and work from Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to defined quality standards.
• Deliver training to internal staff and external delegates.

Qualifications and experience:

• Good knowledge of Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry, theory and practical and knowledge of wet chemistry techniques.
• Preferably a minimum of 1 year of experience running LC‑MS/MS (and/or data processing).
• Masslynx, Masshunter or Chromeleon training preferred.
• Good IT skills and the ability to pick up the use of bespoke software to a high level quickly.
• Ability to learn and implement new laboratory techniques.
• Self‑motivated and have an ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues and other team members across the program.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Experience of operating within a quality system (e.g. UKAS or GLP).

Salary and benefits:

Salary: £26,795
25 days' holiday (rising to 29) with the opportunity to buy extra leave.
Flexible working hours, on‑site gym, restaurant, and free parking.
The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice.
Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks, and plenty more.
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
Fera operates an LTIP (Long Term Incentive Plan) under which all employees are awarded points towards shares in the Employee Benefits Trust on an annual basis. The Employee Benefits Trust holds shares on behalf of our employee, at the point of an equity event the shares will realise a cash value.
Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform.

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