Title: Specialist Chemist - Organics Location: Permanent
Our client is looking for a Specialist Chemist to conduct, document and report of a range of studies and investigations to improve their service offerings and quality of test results.
Provide advanced analytical chemistry expertise to support the inorganic department.
• Research and develop new inorganic analytical techniques as needed by clients and the business.
• Investigate and perform non-routine methodology and data generation based on client and business requirements.
• Support the quality team during scheduled audits and assist in improving the laboratory's quality standards.
• Implement business improvement initiatives across the inorganics lab, enhancing instrument availability, reducing rework, decreasing customer queries, and improving overall analytical capabilities and client service.
• Provide technical support to the sales and marketing team, helping with client acquisition and onboarding processes.
• Contribute to the future planning of the inorganics lab, including capacity assessments, selection of new instruments, and purchasing of consumables.
• Assist in implementing the Quality Management System and supporting procedures
• Identify and communicate any deviations or issues with laboratory quality and test procedures.
• Ensure compliance with quality control procedures to facilitate continuous improvement in laboratory practices.
• Raise and conduct thorough investigations into non-conformances, including equipment failures, QC issues, and customer complaints, in a timely manner.
• Degree or equivalent in a scientific discipline
Understanding of IEC/ISO 17025, MCERTS, ISO 9001, other ISO standards and Quality Management Systems.