Senior Technician

Mondelēz International; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract research organization in Reading is seeking a Senior Technician to conduct routine chemical analyses using wet chemistry techniques. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant scientific discipline and experience with HPLC. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including a performance-related bonus, pension contributions, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Performance Related Bonus

Contributory pension

Life assurance

27 days holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flex benefits program

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience in HPLC and wet chemistry techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analyses using wet chemistry techniques.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of analytical data.
• Work as part of an efficient analytical team.

Skills

HPLC techniques

Wet chemistry

Customer service

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

Laboratory's LIMS system

Q-Pulse

MS Office applications

Job description

Overview

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. We are not just dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service, we are recognised for it. We were named Best Performing Professional Services Company of the Year (2025) at the One Nucleus Awards and CRO of the Year at the OBN awards. We were also finalists for multiple recent awards recognising our commitment to skills and rising talent. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!

Purpose:

In RSSL we are customer focused, science led and results driven. The RSSL Wet Chemistry Services laboratory performs a wide range of analytical analyses for a variety of food, pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and supports Mondelez research and innovation.

The role of Senior Technician is to be responsible for performing a range of routine 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. This role focuses on the analysis of products using wet chemistry techniques.

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 wet chemistry techniques under supervision of a senior member of staff.
• To perform analytical work following study protocols or pharmacopoeia.
• Operate basic lab equipment as directed.
• Be proficient in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system and Q-Pulse.
• Provide training in routine activities and methods.
• Perform Lab administration and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand requires.

Communication & Influence

• Work as part of an efficient analytical team

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 on 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
• 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.
• Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
• Computer literate in standard MS office applications
• Practical experience in HPLC and wet chemistry techniques
• Scientific understanding and ability to conduct chemical analysis in relevant area under supervision
• Experience of working in a regulated environment.
• 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).

Relocation support available: not provided.

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.

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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.

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Job Type Regular Analytical Science Science & Engineering