Laboratory Analyst (Chromatography)

Looking for your next step in a busy chromatography laboratory? SRG are partnering with a global organisation at the forefront of health and environmental research to find a Laboratory Analyst to join their team.

If you have hands-on experience with GC and/or HPLC and enjoy practical laboratory work, this is a great opportunity to build your expertise across a range of techniques and sample types, with support from an experienced team.

You'll be offered a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, and a role that supports ongoing technical development in a purpose-led organisation.

The role

• Prepare, process and analyse samples within the Chromatography area
• Run GC, GC/MS, HPLC/UV/ECD, IC and other instrumentation in line with SOPs
• Record, calculate and report results accurately, completing required checks in line with laboratory procedures
• Support internal quality checks by reviewing your own data, investigating anomalies and raising issues promptly
• Support day-to-day lab operations (housekeeping, cleaning, stock checks and routine equipment care)
• Assist with troubleshooting and escalating instrument or method issues as required
• Work in line with the company quality system, including ISO 17025 (UKAS accredited) requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting practical updates to processes and documentation

What you'll bring

• A relevant scientific degree or equivalent hands-on experience in a similar field
• Hands-on experience running chromatography instrumentation (GC and/or HPLC) in a commercial or regulated laboratory environment
• Good organisation and communication skills, with the ability to follow instructions and prioritise workload
• Accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable using ICT systems including Microsoft Office and databases
• Punctual, reliable, and committed to high standards
• A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a small team
• A proactive, learning-focused mindset; experience supporting others or taking on informal mentoring is a plus, but not essential

Benefits

• Flexible working
• 35 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Non-for-profit organisation
• Group personal pension
• Income protection
• Death in service
• Access to a flexible benefits and rewards platform
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing hub, 24-hour helpline, and counselling)
• On-site parking
• Work for an organisation focused on improving people's lives and the environment

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.