Analytical Chemist

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Manchester
6 months ago
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Analytical Chemist for a chemical manufacturer required, based in Manchester. Requiring a degree in Chemistry, Forensic Science, Natural Sciences or similar; as well as industrial laboratory experience using GC-FID or GC-MS techniques.


Title: Analytical Chemist

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Salary: circa £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)


SRG is exclusively partnered with a rapidly growing speciality chemical manufacturer who are now looking to hire an Analytical Chemist to join the lab team at their site in Manchester. This exciting Analytical Chemist opportunity would be well suited to an Analyst with several years’ experience using GC-MS or GC-FID in industry looking to secure a role in a fantastic business who place significant emphasis on employee wellbeing.


Benefits: Lots of potential to develop skills in GC-MS maintenance and troubleshooting in a supportive and inclusive environment. Enhanced 7.5% matched pension, private healthcare, flexible working, 35 working hours per week with an early finish on Fridays!


Role / Description


  • Analytical testing of speciality chemicals using GC-FID and GC-MS instrumentation
  • Reverse engineering of competitor chemicals to determine composition
  • Carrying out a variety of extraction techniques for sample preparation
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting of GC-MS and GC-FID instruments
  • Investigating any OOS or OOT results
  • Ordering supplies and general housekeeping of the laboratory.


Requirements


  • Recent graduate in Chemistry, Forensic Science, Natural Sciences or similar
  • Industrial experience using GC-FID or GC-MS techniques
  • Experience in an ISO accredited laboratory would be highly advantageous
  • An obvious passion for analytical chemistry
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to learn
  • Excellent communication skills, able to communicate effectively with a multitude of departments
  • Able to multi-task and change priorities quickly depending on business need.


If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Amy on . If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.


SRG is the UK’s number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It’s this combination that makes us different. We’re committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.


Keywords:Analytical Chemist, Laboratory Analyst, QC Analyst, Lab Analyst, Quality Control Analyst, GC, Gas Chromatography, GC-FID, GC-MS, Instrument Troubleshooting, Instrument Maintenance.

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