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Method Developer - Analytical Chemistry

LabCorp
Derbyshire
1 month ago
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Do you have experience working in a chemistry lab and are looking for your next move?

Do you want to work for a Scientific company that is a world leader in Environmental research?

Are you looking for a varied role that will offer you the opportunity to work on a variety of studies using different instruments within an analytical chemistry environment?

Do you have a strong interest in developing analytical methods?

Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company with a mission to improve health and improve lives.

The Environmental teams at Labcorp have been helping companies bring safe products to market for over 40 years. Our varied work supports the crop protection, chemical and pharmaceutical industries so if you want to be part of a dynamic and growing team then please apply today.

The analysis of crop protection and industrial chemical residues in environmental samples is vitally important for protecting animal and human health. Through knowledge of the identity, character and potential toxicity of parent compounds, degradation products or metabolites, regulators can set maximum usage limits and guidance to minimise exposure.

You can be part of the team that do this at our Shardlow site, in Derbyshireand as aMethod Developer, you will be responsible for developing the methods required to analyse the samples using various methods and techniques.

Main responsibilities include:

Participating in method development and validation projects To provide advice and guidance on all aspects of methodology relevant to the department

Education:

BSc in Chemistry related subject. Experience may be substituted for education

Skills and experience:

Extensive Instrumentation experience in industry with:LC-MS/MSWorking knowledge of the following would be advantageous.GC-MS, HPLC- uv, GC-FID and ICP-MSDemonstrable experience with the workings of an analytical chemistry laboratory Knowledge and/or experience working to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) advantageous Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines

What does Labcorp offer you:

Unrivalled training and career development The chance to join a global and progressive CRO with a great global reputation! The opportunity to really build on and develop your instrument skills A fantastic benefits and pension package Market leading salaries Relocation package (subject to criteria)

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

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