Senior Lab Technician: Chemistry Lab Ops & Equipment Lead

Low Emissions Resources Global; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Low Emissions Resources Corp in Scotland on the St. Andrews University campus is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to support scientists, conduct analyses, operate and calibrate equipment, and help manage lab safety and inventory.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a chemistry lab, a Bachelor’s degree (honors preferred), and be able to travel between sites; the role may involve supervising staff as the team grows and ensuring compliance with certifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a chemistry lab or related experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Local travel between sites; reliable transportation.
• Position may require respirator training.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proper laboratory safety techniques and good laboratory practices.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Operate and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Maintain and calibrate Mass Spectrometer and Gas Spectrometer.
• Oversee lab housekeeping, inventory, and scheduling of equipment use.
• Support scientists in day-to-day lab operations and experiments.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Communication skills

Hazards knowledge

Equipment operation

Mass spectrometry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Honours degree preferred

Tools

Mass Spectrometer

Gas Spectrometer

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Job description

Low Emissions Resources Corp in Scotland on the St. Andrews University campus is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to support scientists, conduct analyses, operate and calibrate equipment, and help manage lab safety and inventory.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a chemistry lab, a Bachelor’s degree (honors preferred), and be able to travel between sites; the role may involve supervising staff as the team grows and ensuring compliance with certifications.