Analytical Scientist

Anewspost; Chester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical services company located in Chester is seeking a temporary full-time role for analytical support. The successful candidate will plan and execute experimental work to develop new materials, support analytical equipment maintenance, and ensure adherence to safety standards. A bachelor's degree in chemistry is required, along with skills in various analytical techniques. This role is crucial in providing quality data and evaluating trends through statistical analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related subject.
• Final project in analytical chemistry or similar would be desirable.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques.
• Interpretation of results and statistical tools for evaluation.
• Excellent organisation skills and independent problem solver.
• Good knowledge of safe working practices including writing Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine analysis of materials in support of Battery Business.
• Support maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
• Maintain SHEQ systems and standards of the work area.
• Understand the commercial relevance of the work undertaken.
• Provide quality data and present at project meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of analytical techniques

Excellent organisation skills

Good communication skills

Independent problem solver

Ability to promote safe behaviour

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis software

Job description

Role Details

12-month temporary role

Monday to Friday; Full-time

Thornton Science Park

Main Purpose

To plan, execute and interpret experimental work to support analysis and method development/validation for new materials. Provide analytical support to growth F&EM projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine analysis of materials in support of Battery Business using various techniques (KF, IC, MS3000, IC, ICP-OES).
• Support maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment in support of other teams. Manage service contracts of the analytical equipment and ensure the chemical inventory and hazard plans are up to date following SHEQ standards.
• Maintain SHEQ systems and standards of their work area, undertake Risk Assessment and write SOPs.
• Understand the commercial relevance of the work undertaken by themselves and to ensure that the work undertaken is of commercial value. Provide quality data and present at the project meetings when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related subject.
• Final project in analytical chemistry or similar would be desirable.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques.
• Interpretation of results from different analytical techniques and use statistical tools to evaluate the trends.
• Use of Microsoft Office and data analysis software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
• Excellent organisation skills and independent problem solver.
• Ability to promote safe behaviour and take responsibility for safe lab operations.
• Good knowledge of safe working practices including writing Risk Assessments, procedures and COSHH.
• Good communication skills.