Lead Analytical Chemist

Scienceabode; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the analytical chemistry sector seeks a Lead Analytical Chemist in Cambridgeshire. The successful candidate will lead a lab team, conduct complex analyses using HPLC and GC, and ensure adherence to quality standards. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Chemistry or a related field and experience in a regulated lab. The role offers a salary range between £35,000 and £40,000 per annum, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a leadership capacity.

Qualifications

• Degree or Masters in Chemistry, MChem, MSc, or MSci.
• Experience in a regulated analytical laboratory.
• Currently a Senior Analytical Chemist or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a variety of analysis using HPLC, GC, and FTIR.
• Lead analytical method development and troubleshoot methods.
• Write and review quality control lab documentation.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Analytical method development

Leadership

Documentation review

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for a Lead Analytical Chemist for a company in Cambridgeshire.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of analysis using HPLC, GC and FTIR.
• Carry out analytical method development.
• Write and review documentation for the quality control lab.
• Lead troubleshooting activities for methods and instrumentation.
• Ensure all laboratory analysis is compliant and according to the relevant quality standards.
• Support Lab Analysts.

Ideal Candidates

A degree/ Masters (MChem, MSc, MSci) in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry and have experience in a regulated analytical Laboratory (chemical OR Pharmaceutical).

You will currently be a Senior Analytical Chemist (or Principal Analyst/ Lead Analyst) looking for a move into a leadership position.

Experience in HPLC and GC analysis is essential along with some experience in method development.

Apply

To apply for the Lead Analytical Chemist role please send your CV to Peter at Rowland Talent Solutions.

Please note candidates need to have the right to work in the UK.

Key words: Chemistry, Senior Scientist, Analyst, Analytical Chemist, GC, Pharmaceutical, Chemical HPLC, GC, method development

£35000 – £40000/annum