Assistant Scientist – Environmental Evidence
We are recruiting for a full time, Aberdeen based Assistant Scientist in Environmental Evidence on a fixed term basis for 23 months.
Your passion has never had a greater purpose. At SEPA we are connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take—to protect our environment. Through our expertise we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.
When you join us as Assistant Scientist for Environmental Evidence you will discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That is what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment and for your career.
Work that goes beyond your desk
Experts at what we do, we work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference to the environment.
Within SEPA, the Environmental Evidence function leads on the delivery of advanced chemical, microbiological and genomic techniques. Through continuous innovation in laboratory analytical methods and driving operational efficiency, we provide accessible, quality‑assured and trusted data to support positive environmental outcomes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a wide range of tasks within the laboratory aimed at protecting and improving Scotland’s environment. The focus of the role will be to deliver environmental monitoring and analysis in our chemistry and microbiology laboratories.
Responsibilities
* Preparing and analysing environmental samples, following established protocols and procedures.
* Following ISO17025 requirements to ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
* Using allocated equipment, carrying out or arranging repairs and maintenance checks for laboratory equipment safely.
* Working in a team to ensure that the work within the function is delivered on time and to required quality.
* Participating in an on‑call out of hours duty rota as required.
Qualifications
* Relevant experience or qualification equivalent to Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) level 6–7.
* Experience of working in a quality‑assured laboratory, ideally with ISO 17025 accreditation.
* Experience of effectively working in a team environment.
* Understanding of H&S requirements relevant to the role.
* Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as good organisational skills, such as planning and prioritisation of workload.
Please open the link to the Assistant Scientist role profile which outlines the core responsibilities and expectations of the role within a defined activity family. Please note the role profile name may be different to the job title being advertised.
Benefits
* Hybrid and flexible working opportunities.
* Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata).
* Paid time off to support your wellbeing and enable you to volunteer in your community.
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Progressive family‑friendly policies.
* Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge.
Plus, many more lifestyle benefits such as 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform, credit union facilities and access to a Cycle to Work Scheme.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
SEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer. We are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and will work to identify and implement reasonable adjustments and equipment to support you in the role that you do.
Applicants with a visual impairment can request job descriptions and application forms in Braille, large print or on tape.
Recruitment Process
We recruit solely based on merit. Our short‑listing process is conducted on an anonymous basis. Please ensure that you include all relevant information when you apply.
For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues, successful candidates will undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre‑employment checks including a Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check.
How to Apply
Please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@sepa.org.uk with your application. Apply now to join a Passionately Purposeful workplace.
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