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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