Analytical Scientist required near Southampton

Key skills required for this role

Important

1. Development and Creation background

Our client, a global leader in Research and Development of consumer-based products based in Southampton, is looking for an Analytical Scientist to enable technical decision making, review technical resources and capabilities, and propose novel approaches as part of a team.
The chosen individual must have practical experience in a range of analytical chemistry principles and techniques, quality, and problem solving.

You will be accountable for applying technical knowledge as part of R&D projects in support of internal and external reporting and project decision making and interpreting stakeholder requirements and evaluating implementation.
It is essential that any applicant has a thorough knowledge and hands-on experience with applications of best practices and validation for measurements of chemical constituents of food, environment, and/or consumer products.
Also, validation of complex analytical instrumentation including GC-MS, LC-MS, and LC-MS/MS with associated high-level problem-solving skills is required.

The applicant MUST have skilled use and understanding of preparative and instrumental techniques applicable to the isolation and measurement of trace-level compounds in complex matrices.
Knowledge and interest in relevant aspects of emerging analytical science techniques, good planning skills, and proficiency in writing technical reports and presentations are essential.

Suitable candidates will either have a Masters (in a Scientific related subject) or strong, relevant practical experience.

This is an on-site position based at the purpose-built R&D facility near Southampton and is expected to last for a minimum of 12 months.

Hours:

Flexible working hours although core 'on-site' hours are 9.30am - 4pm (Monday to Friday).

Pay:

£21.10 per hour (PAYE)
£28.35 per hour (Umbrella)

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