Specialist Chemist - Inorganics

Kenton Black; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Chemist to enhance their service offerings and improve test quality. In this role, you will leverage your advanced analytical chemistry expertise to support the inorganic department, develop method validation packages, and contribute to the implementation of quality management systems. You will also play a key role in researching new analytical techniques, assisting with audits, and improving laboratory practices. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a relevant analytical role.
• Understanding of IEC/ISO 17025 and Quality Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced analytical chemistry expertise to support the inorganic department.
• Contribute to method validation and compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry Expertise

Troubleshooting Skills

Education

Degree in Scientific Discipline

Job description

This range is provided by Kenton Black. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Our client is looking for a Specialist Chemist to conduct, document and report a range of studies and investigations to improve their service offerings and quality of test results.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide advanced analytical chemistry expertise to support the inorganic department.
2. Contribute to the development of method validation packages that comply with accreditation standards.
3. Review and create detailed plans to update methods within the inorganic department, ensuring they reflect industry best practices.
4. Research and develop new inorganic analytical techniques as needed by clients and the business.
5. Investigate and perform non-routine methodology and data generation based on client and business requirements.
6. Assist in the review and presentation of resource development initiatives that aim to enhance analytical methodologies.
7. Support the quality team during scheduled audits and assist in improving the laboratory's quality standards.
8. Implement business improvement initiatives across the inorganics lab, enhancing instrument availability, reducing rework, decreasing customer queries, and improving overall analytical capabilities and client service.
9. Provide technical support to the sales and marketing team, helping with client acquisition and onboarding processes.
10. Contribute to the future planning of the inorganics lab, including capacity assessments, selection of new instruments, and purchasing of consumables.
11. Assist in implementing the Quality Management System and supporting procedures.
12. Identify and communicate any deviations or issues with laboratory quality and test procedures.
13. Ensure compliance with quality control procedures to facilitate continuous improvement in laboratory practices.
14. Raise and conduct thorough investigations into non-conformances, including equipment failures, QC issues, and customer complaints, in a timely manner.
15. Provide assistance to colleagues in areas of expertise as needed.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a relevant analytical role (inorganics).
• Understanding of IEC/ISO 17025, MCERTS, ISO 9001, other ISO standards and Quality Management Systems.
• Troubleshooting skills.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Science