Join us as a Scientist - LC-MS and contribute to our Food Safety & Biosecurity efforts!
You will analyze residues and chemical contaminants in food, packaging, and environmental samples using LC-MS/MS or GC-MS/MS. Responsibilities include instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and training.
Key responsibilities:
* Analyze samples with established and novel methods.
* Report data to internal teams to meet external accreditation standards.
* Develop new LC-MS methods.
* Maintain and repair instruments; train colleagues as needed.
* Follow quality assurance and safety procedures.
* Work from SOPs adhering to quality standards.
* Provide training to staff and external delegates.
Qualifications and skills:
* Knowledge of Mass Spectrometry and wet chemistry techniques.
* At least 1 year of experience with GC-MS/MS or LC-MS/MS.
* Training in Masslynx, Masshunter, or Chromeleon preferred.
* Strong IT skills and quick adaptability to bespoke software.
* Experience in sample extraction and clean-up.
* Ability to learn new laboratory techniques.
* Self-motivated with good teamwork skills.
* Organizational and time management skills.
* Experience within a quality system (e.g., UKAS, GLP).
Benefits include:
* 23 days’ holiday, rising to 27, with options to buy extra.
* Flexible hours, gym, restaurant, free parking.
* Paid volunteering days.
* Company pension, life assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, paid parental leave, paternity pay, and more.
* Discounts on retail, health & wellbeing, travel, and technology.
* Participation in the LTIP (Long Term Incentive Plan).
* Access to Employee Network Groups promoting diversity and inclusion.
Next steps:
Click ‘Apply now’ to submit your application. For questions or alternative formats, contact us via email. We are committed to diversity and an inclusive recruitment process.
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