National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Senior Analytical Chemist

Intertek
Cambridgeshire
1 week ago
Create job alert

ABOUT YOU 

Primarily the role will work as an integral part of the Technical Team within the Laboratory. On a daily basis you will have the ability to carry out duties including preparation and analysis of samples using a variety of analytical techniques. 

Required skills and experience:

IT literate.  Strong numeracy skills with the knowledge of calculating and tabulating results. Clear written and verbal communications skills with the ability to clearly convey processes, results and key messages and able to build rapport, quickly and effectively. Knowledge and application of appropriate systems and procedures relevant to scientific and analytical methodologies, required regulatory standards, research/regulatory procedures and instructions. Knowledge of safety procedures, laboratory performance standards, handling chemicals, COSHH. Degree level required within relevant science or hold significant experience which has been obtained within a scientific or industry setting. Some previous experience in a similar role working in a laboratory environment  Customer Focused. Good knowledge of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry and experience of GxP.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY 


This role will provide you with the opportunity to grow your skills within a closely monitored environment and gain experience of a wide variety of techniques. 

Key activities:

Trained in practical aspects of multiple techniques, competent to generate useful data and to recognise artefacts, and raise these to a supervisor with some ideas of likely causes/investigation steps. Experience of performing laboratory investigations. Able to follow a variety of complex methods requiring significant interpretation or deviation from established practices. Exposure to clients’ products and processes, able to work in front of clients with support. Problem-solving capability and “can do” attitude. Occasional communication directly with clients with standard requests but work normally assigned through Laboratory Manager/Project Manager/Team Leader. Competent to plan their own time over extended periods, meeting agreed deadlines and keeping a good level of communication to stakeholders. Interest in activities outside of the main role . training or SOP writing.

WHAT WE OFFER


Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

Competitive salary/benefits  Development and career opportunities around the Globe  Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.


Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Senior Analytical Chemist

Senior Analytical Chemist

Senior Scientist – Functional materials science and particle chemistry

Senior QC Analyst- Pharmaceutical

Senior Service Engineer - Chromatography

QC Chemist

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

10 Biotechnology Recruitment Agencies in the UK You Should Know (2025 Job‑Seeker Guide)

The UK’s biotech boom—fueled by the £650 million Life Sciences Vision Fund and rapid mRNA, cell & gene‑therapy adoption—continues to outpace talent supply. Lightcast reported +45 % year‑on‑year growth in UK adverts mentioning “CRISPR”, “GMP bioprocess” or “cell therapy” during Q1 2025. Yet only about 25,000 specialised biotech professionals work nationwide, while monthly live vacancies average 1,800–2,100. All data verified 22 July 2025; re‑audit quarterly for freshness.. Specialist recruiters remain critical for tapping stealth roles, benchmarking salaries and streamlining the lab‑tour interview gauntlet. We reviewed 60 + consultancies and kept only agencies with: A registered UK head office (Companies House). A dedicated Biotechnology / Life‑Sciences practice. At least five UK biotech roles advertised between March and June 2025. Below you’ll find a hiring‑landscape snapshot, a quick directory of 10 vetted agencies, salary medians, in‑demand skills, interview expectations, FAQs and next steps—mirroring our AI and quantum guides.

Biotech Jobs Skills Radar 2026: Emerging Tools, Platforms & Technologies to Learn Now

The UK biotechnology sector is entering a new era—fuelled by AI integration, synthetic biology, and next-gen diagnostics. With biotech investment breaking records and a surge in demand for skilled talent across R&D, biomanufacturing, and regulatory fields, it’s vital for job seekers to future-proof their skillsets. Welcome to the Biotech Jobs Skills Radar 2026—a forward-looking guide to the emerging tools, lab techniques, platforms, and digital skills driving hiring in the UK's biotechnology industry. This radar is updated annually to help students, researchers, and transitioning professionals stay competitive in a fast-changing landscape.

How to Find Hidden Biotechnology Jobs in the UK Using Professional Bodies like the RSB, BIA, BioIndustry Association & More

The UK biotechnology sector is thriving. From cutting-edge gene therapies and synthetic biology to bio-manufacturing and agricultural innovation, the demand for skilled biotech professionals continues to grow. Yet many of the best opportunities—particularly in early-stage companies, startups, and research-intensive roles—are never listed on conventional job boards. So where do these hidden biotech jobs live? Often, they’re shared through word-of-mouth, member networks, or professional communities—especially those associated with leading biotech institutions and associations. Whether you’re a graduate looking for your first role, a research scientist ready to move into industry, or a regulatory professional seeking your next challenge, joining the right professional bodies can give you exclusive access to job leads, collaborations, and insider opportunities. In this article, we’ll show you how to strategically leverage UK-based organisations such as the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), BioIndustry Association (BIA), and Biotech and Life Sciences Networks to uncover hidden jobs and build a long-term, sustainable career in biotechnology.