Register your interest in becoming a GC Analyst - Bedford

RPS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytical services firm in Bedford is seeking a GC Analyst to perform trace organic analysis in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a BSc in Chemistry or equivalent experience in an accredited laboratory. Key responsibilities include operating GC instruments and processing analytical results, with a focus on quality and safety. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and time management skills, flexibility in approach, and strong communication abilities.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Transparent career pathway

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in an accredited analytical testing laboratory.
• Experience in sample preparation techniques like liquid/liquid extraction.
• Understanding of single and triple quadrupole GC-MS systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform trace organic analysis on various samples.
• Operate primary assigned instrumentation within the GC section.
• Process and interpret analytical results.
• Perform routine maintenance of analytical equipment.
• Maintain accurate data records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility in analytical approach

Education

BSc in Chemistry or closely related subject

Tools

GC-MS systems

Agilent Chemstation

Masshunter software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Register your interest in becoming a GC Analyst - Bedford. Join to apply for the GC Analyst role at RPS. RPS is looking for GC-MS Analysts to join our Laboratory in Bedford. This is an analytical role based in the gas chromatography section.

As an Analyst, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of various instruments. You will ensure that samples are analysed in a timely manner by scheduling time on instruments and communicating with extractors and senior analysts to ensure an efficient process. You will review results and highlight any anomalous results and provide support to senior analysts.

What you’ll be doing and the responsibilities below follow established procedures to perform trace organic analysis on a wide range of samples/matrices.

What you’ll be doing

• Follow established procedures to perform trace organic analysis on a wide range of samples/matrices.
• Operate primary assigned instrumentation within the GC section.
• Process and interpret analytical results for entry onto LIMS.
• Apply correct QC requirements for analyses.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
• Maintain accurate data records.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with company policy.
• Follow company Quality Policy.
• Raise QC queries and non-conforming work as needed.
• Prepare samples, solutions and reagents following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Work with extraction staff to ensure samples are prepared for analysis according to customer requirements.

Who we’re looking for

• BSc in Chemistry or closely related subject or equivalent industrial experience.
• Demonstrable experience working within an accredited analytical testing laboratory, ideally within the environmental or food sectors.
• Experience of sample preparation techniques e.g. liquid/liquid extraction, solid phase extraction etc.
• Flexibility in analytical approach and ability to cope with high throughput and varied analysis in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management skills, attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of and experience using single and triple quadrupole GC-MS systems would be advantageous.
• Experience using Agilent Chemstation and Masshunter software and Microsoft Office is desirable.

What’s in it for you

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

What happens next

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you’ll have a conversation with one of our recruiters followed by an interview with the Team.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered, and we will try our best to respond to you within seven working days. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

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