Shift Laboratory Analyst

Talent STEM Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent STEM Ltd, in partnership with an established scientific and industrial organisation, is recruiting a Shift Laboratory Analyst to join its technical laboratory team on an initial 3-month contract, based in York. The role covers high-throughput sample analysis, wet chemistry and instrumental testing, with a 12-hour day/night rotating shift. Applicants should have a Chemistry qualification or relevant lab experience and familiarity with QA/QC and ISO systems.

Qualifications

• Chemistry qualification or equivalent commercial lab experience.
• Experience with wet chemistry and instrumental analysis.
• Familiarity with QA/QC processes and ISO systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse a wide range of samples in a high-throughput lab.
• Carry out wet chemical, physical and instrumental analyses.
• Prepare reagents and standards for routine testing.
• Record, calculate and enter analytical data accurately.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Support research and development projects as required.
• Follow SOPs, COSHH, and risk assessments.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Analytical testing

QA/QC procedures

Data entry/recording

Attention to detail

ISO familiarity

Education

Chemistry degree

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Talent STEM are partnering with an established scientific and industrial organisation to recruit a Shift Laboratory Analyst to join their technical laboratory team on an initial 3 month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad analytical experience within a busy, high-throughput laboratory supporting both routine testing and wider technical projects.

The role would suit somebody with a Chemistry qualification or previous commercial laboratory experience who is comfortable working a rotating 12-hour day and night shift pattern.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse a wide range of samples within a high-throughput laboratory environment
• Carry out wet chemical, physical and instrumental analysis
• Prepare reagents and standards for routine laboratory testing
• Record, calculate and accurately enter analytical data
• Operate, maintain and support the upkeep of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Support research, technical investigations and new product or process development where required
• Work in accordance with laboratory quality procedures and QA/QC requirements
• Follow SOPs, method statements, COSHH procedures and risk assessments

Candidate profile

• A qualification in Chemistry, or previous commercial laboratory experience
• Practical experience of laboratory testing or analytical techniques
• An understanding of wet chemistry and/or instrumental analysis
• Good attention to detail and confidence working with analytical data
• An understanding of Good Laboratory Practice and QA/QC procedures
• The ability and willingness to work 12-hour day and night shifts on a 4 on / 4 off rotation
• A degree in Chemistry or another STEM subject would be advantageous, although candidates with relevant laboratory experience will also be considered.
• Experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 systems would be beneficial but is not essential.

Due to the initial short-term nature of the contract, candidates who are already based within travelling distance of Teesside will be given priority.

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.