Development Chemist (9 Month, Maternity Cover)

Metrohm UK, are seeking a Development Chemist to join our method development laboratory in Daresbury, near Runcorn, in Cheshire. 

The role is a temporary (maternity cover) position for nine months, ready for immediate start.

Metrohm are global manufacturers and providers of analytical instruments. With a reputation for Swiss build quality and strong support, our experienced laboratory team are a critical part of our UK operation, ensuring our loyal customers are well looked after.

A unique role is on offer, allowing you to work on completely different projects and improve your analytical development skill sets on a wide range of different applications.

What we offer

• Full training provided by an equipment manufacturer on how to develop, improve and optimise methods on very popular analytical chemistry equipment in the region
• Project based work, giving an extremely varied and interesting role
• Working with customers from food, pharmaceuticals, battery technology, environmental/water analysis, chemical production, oil/gas and many more.
• Treated as a full time member of the team
• Develop desirable skills for your next position

Applicant Profile

• The role is available for immediate start, so no/or a short notice period is preferred
• A recent graduate looking to build skills and experience or someone from a lab background looking to improve their skill sets.
• A degree in chemistry (or a closely related disciplines)is essential.
• It is not essential to have any practical knowledge of Metrohm equipment, this full training will be provided
• Ideal candidates will have good troubleshooting skills, will be able to organise & prioritise multiple tasks, have strong communication skills and will be methodical & trustworthy.

Role

• Reporting to the UK Laboratory Manager.
• Developing analytical chemistry applications for Metrohm UK customers, based on auto titration, Karl Fischer and ion chromatography (IC).
• Maintaining laboratory operations including preparation of stock/calibration solutions, tracking of equipment in the field, cleaning, preparing glassware for subsequent applications & assisting to maintain an active laboratory.

Package

• Equivalent salary of £22,000-£27,000 dependant on experience
• Nine month contract
• Full training provided on all techniques