Senior Analytical Chemist - Anti-Doping

LGC; Fordham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Structured role with learning opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

LGC is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our Animal Sports Confirmatory team in Fordham, United Kingdom. This position involves providing quality analytical chemistry services and conducting confirmatory analysis, including planning and executing sample extraction and detection according to ISO17025 standards.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a biological or chemical science, along with relevant experience in a scientific environment and a strong knowledge of mass spectrometry and chromatography techniques. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive team-oriented environment committed to global safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a biological or chemical science.
• Relevant experience in a scientific environment.
• Knowledge of mass spectrometry and chromatography.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality analytical chemistry service to customers.
• Plan and conduct sample extraction and detection work.
• Interpret analytical data and present results.
• Perform maintenance on scientific equipment.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Mass spectrometry (HRAMS, GC-MS, LC-MS)

Chromatography techniques

Laboratory skills

Education

Degree in biological or chemical science

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, proactive Senior Scientist to join our Animal Sports Confirmatory team!

As part of our confirmatory analysis team, you will provide a quality analytical chemistry service to customers such as the BHA, IHRB, FEI, and GBGB. Confirmatory analysis is designed to test samples for the presence of the suspected drug, to a standard of legal proof. This includes planning and conducting work (sample extraction and detection) in accordance with the requirements of ISO17025, performing maintenance on scientific equipment (including mass spectrometers), and interpretation of analytical data and presentation of results and conclusions. You will need to be adaptable and perform additional analyses and investigations where required and provide expert witness testimony evidence where necessary.

We're looking for a teammate to work flexibly and with initiative to bring forward new insights in addition to leadership within the laboratory! A confident presenter, with the ability to discuss and answer queries with a range of partners and strong interpersonal skills. A hardworking individual with a positive demeanour and attention to detail, with efficient time management, ensuring objectives and tasks are completed on time and to an outstanding standard, and someone who is operationally aware and able to build improvements in output and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a biological or chemical science.
• Relevant experience in a scientific environment.
• Knowledge and experience of mass spectrometry, particularly HRAMS, GC‑MS and LC‑MS.
• Excellent laboratory skills.
• Sound scientific knowledge with experience of chromatography and related techniques.

Benefits

• Be part of a mission‑led organisation making a real impact on global safety and quality.
• Work in a supportive, team‑oriented environment with great facilities.
• Enjoy a structured role with clear processes and opportunities to learn.
• Free on‑site parking and easy access from Ely, Newmarket and surrounding areas.
• Join a company that values passion, curiosity, integrity, brilliance and respect.

Equal Opportunities

At LGC, we foster a culture of inclusion and collaboration. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.