Lab Solutions are recruiting for an established environmental testing company based in Cambridgeshire and they are looking to hire a Principal organic analyst.
Are you an experienced organic analyst or a senior analyst looking for that step up?
If yes read!
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Adherence to the Quality Management System including root cause analysis and communicating with clients on technical matters.
* Assistance in maintenance programs for the Departments specific analytical instrumentation and any other analytical equipment used by the Department. Maintenance procedures shall ensure that instruments are kept in a clean and serviceable condition and that routine in house maintenance procedures are kept up to date.
* Develop and implement business improvement ideas, across all areas of the organics lab, which will enhance instrument availability, reduce the amount of re-work and the number of customer queries, and improve the quality of our analytical capabilities, and the service our clients receive
* Assist with fixing instruments when they are out of service
* Investigate and conduct non routine methodology and data generation as required by client and business
* Support organics department in areas requiring advanced expertise in analytical chemistry
* Perform on-going training for organic laboratory team
* Respond to client queries in a prompt and professional manner, either directly, or in support of other colleagues
QUALIFICATIONS
* Science Degree or equivalent
* Minimum of 5 years experience in a relevant analytical role
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* In-depth understanding of GC & GC-MS methodologies, specifically in the environmental testing / water sector
* Fully conversant with the requirements of ISO17025 accreditation (essential) and MCertS (preferable)
* Communication skills
* PC literate – Intermediate
* Technical Knowledge
* Advanced analytical experience