Analytical Chemist

Staffordshire (commutable from Stoke, Stafford, Crewe and surrounding areas)

Salary - £28,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)

Permanent

SRG is working with a leading researcher and manufacturer, who develop and manufacture high performance speciality chemicals. Based in the Staffordshire area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their close-knit analytical team. The job would suit someone with a background in quality control (QC) using ICP or similar inorganic analytical techniques. Applications welcome from both industrial and academic backgrounds.

Benefits: Flexible working hours. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. Company bonus and pension schemes

Role Description

• Sample testing: Analysing production and finished goods samples to SOPs using a wide range of techniques.
• LIMS management: Recording results in 1LIMS and overseeing the system.
• Quality and release: Reviewing quality records and releasing materials for despatch.
• Method and equipment development: Maintaining instruments, improving SOPs and methods, and automating routine tasks.
• Teamwork: Working with the Quality, Site and Production Managers and supporting QC and R&D colleagues.

Requirements

• Recent experience in a quality control laboratory working with techniques equipment such as ICP, BET surface area, NIR and particle size analysis. A strong academic background in this field will also be considered.
• Degree in chemistry or similar relevant discipline
• Ability to travel or relocate to the Staffordshire area.
• An understanding of QC and ISO procedures within the chemicals industry
• Full right to work in the UK.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to . If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Keywords: Analytical, ICP, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, ISO, QC, Quality, LIMS

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