Location: Southampton (5 days on site) Function: Research & Science / Analytical Centre of Excellence (CoE) Tenure: Temporary position until mid March 2027 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Analytical Scientist to join the Analytical Discovery team, providing technical leadership, delivery, and innovation across BAT's New Categories product portfolio. This role is central to the development and deployment of novel analytical approaches and cross‑category method development, supporting product innovation, regulatory engagement, and BAT's Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) and Sustainable Future ambitions. Operating as part of the Analytical Centre of Excellence, the role will collaborate closely with global laboratory hubs, cross‑functional stakeholders, and external scientific partners to deliver high‑quality, fit‑for‑purpose analytical data. Key Objectives & Expectations Provide technical direction, execution, and delivery of Analytical Discovery programmes, developing novel analytical methodologies to support BAT's New Categories product development Be accountable for the development of tools, knowledge, and analytical data across BAT's New Categories, strengthening analytical capability within the CoE Lead cross‑category method development to ensure robust, scalable, and accredited analytical solutions aligned to innovation and regulatory needsImpact on the...