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Analytical Chemist

Intertek
Cambridgeshire
2 weeks ago
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ABOUT YOU 

As an Analyst, Intertek are currently recruiting for an Analyst to join their team in Melbourn. Primarily the role will work as an integral part of the Technical Team within the Laboratory. 

Required skills and experience:

IT literate  Strong numeracy skills with the knowledge of calculating and tabulating results  Clear written and verbal communications skills with the ability to clearly convey processes, results and key messages and able to build rapport, quickly and effectively  Preferably knowledge and application of appropriate systems and procedures relevant to scientific and analytical methodologies, required regulatory standards, research/regulatory procedures and instructions  Preferably knowledge of safety procedures, laboratory performance standards, handling chemicals, COSHH  Degree level required within relevant science or hold significant experience which has been obtained within a scientific or industry setting  Customer Focused  Basic knowledge of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY 


On a daily basis, you will have the ability to carry out duties including preparation and analysis of samples using a variety of analytical techniques. This role will provide you with the opportunity to grow your skills within a closely monitored environment and gain experience of a wide variety of techniques.

Key activities:

Trained in some practical aspects of one or more techniques, competent to generate useful data and to recognise artefacts, not fully conversant with range of capabilities of any technique  Basic interpretation skills but will always require supervision.  Able to follow specified methods with minimal supervision, but reports will be checked. Work requiring significant interpretation or deviation from established methods will always require supervision.  Exposure to theoretical basis of the techniques, such as needed to understand practical aspects.  Exposure to some clients’ products and processes.  Limited problem-solving capability at this stage, work in new or ill-defined areas will always require significant supervision.  Occasional communication directly with clients with standard requests, but work normally assigned through laboratory/project manager/team leader  Work priorities determined through Laboratory Manager and Team Leader with some limited input 

WHAT WE OFFER


Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

Competitive salary/benefits  Development and career opportunities around the Globe  Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.


Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

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