Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality.
We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.
Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans.
The Role - Fixed-term contract covering maternity leave - 12 months
A Laboratory Analyst is sought to start as soon as possible at the Alpha Scientific Lab based at Sittingbourne. Under the direction of the Chemistry Laboratory Manager the post holder will be expected to assist in the operation of the Alpha Scientific Lab with particular focus on the Commercial Water Testing Services.
Working hours: Full time - Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm with occasional weekend rotation.
Working style: Fully on-site in Sittingbourne.
Responsibilities
* Calibrating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.
* Carrying out test procedures on samples using ICP-OES, IC, filtration and others.
* Entering daily QC data.
* Keeping up with laboratory check sheet tasks including weekly and monthly checks.
* Production testing and release
* Preparation and checking of standards and QCs.
* Disposal of old samples.
* Upkeep of personal training records.
* Commitment to continuous improvement through adherence to ISO 17025 quality systems.
* Work well within a team to achieve regular laboratory goals.
* Excellent communication in and between teams.
* Have a methodical approach with accuracy, high attention to detail and minimal errors.
* Maintain high computer literacy including MS Excel, Word and databases.
* Organise and prioritise workload with flexibility to respond positively to changing demands.
* Keeping neat and tidy working areas and practices.
The Person
The work involves a wide variety of advanced level scientific and technical tasks. The successful candidate must be flexible, keen, and comfortable with working both alone under own initiative with a high degree of autonomy & maturity, and within a team. Good communication skills both verbal and written are essential.
Knowledge and Skill Base:
* A degree or equivalent in Chemistry and preferably with understanding of analytical techniques.
* Experience of working within a laboratory environment with competent laboratory bench skills.
* Able to adopt a methodical approach to work with accuracy and a high level of attention to detail.
* Able to organise and prioritise workload with flexibility to respond positively to changing demands.
* High degree of computer literacy including the use of programmes such as Excel and Word.
The Benefits
* 25 days holiday
* Pension contribution matched up to 8%
* Life Assurance 3x base salary
* Private health scheme
* Genuit sharesave scheme
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale. #J-18808-Ljbffr