Quality Control Analyst

Helio Display Materials
Oxford
9 months ago
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About the Role:


Join our team as a key contributor to advancing product performance through collaboration with experienced chemists and materials scientists. Your role will involve conducting quality control testing, preparing materials for analysis, and performing non-routine analyses under direction.

You will also investigate deviations and maintain accurate records of laboratory tests.

This position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact innovative projects. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about laboratory work, this role provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your career.


Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with experienced chemists and materials scientists to progress our products to the next stage of performance.
  • Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures to conduct quality control testing for chemical and physical analysis.
  • Prepare substrates, materials and samples for internal or external characterization.
  • Assist in the investigation of deviations, out-of-specification results, and non-conformances.
  • Perform non-routine analyses under direction.
  • Track and monitor stock which include chemicals and consumables.
  • Operate, calibrate, and maintain analytical instruments such as FTIR, UV-Vis, XRF, TGA, Optical Microscope, DLS.
  • Support development and validation of analytical methods to support R&D and quality control initiatives.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of all laboratory tests.
  • Follow health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols within the laboratory setting and promote laboratory safety amongst peers.


Experience & Attributes:

  • HNC/HND or degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related disciplines.
  • Passion for working hands-on in the lab, including willingness to perform repetitive work.
  • Excellent attention to detail in performing laboratory practices and in data recording.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team and independently.
  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of laboratory safety and quality assurance.
  • Adaptability and eagerness to learn new techniques and technologies.


Advantage:

  • Proven experience in an analytical/materials characterisation laboratory, preferably in a chemical R&D or quality control environment.

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