Specialist/ Technical Chemist Inorganic (ICP-MS, ICP- OES)

Capio Spine Center Stockholm; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the testing sector is seeking a Specialist Technical Chemist to join their dynamic team in Cambridge. This exciting role involves developing and validating innovative inorganic test methods, while also supporting the organics department and contributing to business improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant science degree and significant experience in method development and validation in a UKAS 17025 environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values expertise and collaboration, and make a meaningful impact on analytical capabilities and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in method development and validation in a UKAS 17025 setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new inorganic methods using ICP-MS and ICP-OES.
• Support the sales and marketing team on technical matters.

Skills

Method Development

Method Validation

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Education

Degree in a relevant Science-based discipline

Tools

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Job description

Specialist/ Technical Chemist - Inorganic (ICP-MS, ICP-OES)

Location: Cambridge area
Type: Permanent
Hours: Days: Monday - Friday
Salary: £35000+

Our client, part of a global testing organisation, is looking to expand their technical team and hire a new Inorganic Technical Specialist who will play a key role in developing, optimising and validating new test methods.

The Role:

1. Research and develop any new and diverse Inorganic methods (ICP-MS/ICP-OES etc)
2. Investigate and conduct non-routine methodology and data generation as required by client and business
3. Assist in investigations, review, and presentation of resource developments that would improve analytical methodology
4. Contribute to development, compilation and presentation of method validation packages in line with accreditation requirements
5. Support organics department in areas requiring advanced expertise in analytical chemistry
6. Assist quality team in scheduled audits
7. Respond to client queries in a prompt and professional manner, either directly, or in support of other colleagues
8. Develop and implement business improvement ideas across all areas of the organics lab, which will enhance instrument availability, reduce the amount of re-work and the number of customer queries, and improve the quality of our analytical capabilities and the service our clients receive
9. Support the sales and marketing team on technical matters, and assist wherever possible in winning new clients, and smoothly onboarding them
10. Assist in the future planning for the organics lab, including capacity assessments, choice of new instruments, the purchasing of consumables, etc.

The Person:

1. Will hold a Degree in a relevant Science-based discipline
2. Significant Method Development, Method Validation experience in a UKAS 17025 setting (essential); working with ICP-MS/ICP-OES
3. Will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with Customers and Stakeholders within the business
4. Be an effective communicator
5. Have strong written/report writing skills

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