LC Analyst

LC Analyst

RPS has an exciting opportunity for a LC Analyst to join our state‑of‑the‑art laboratory based in Bedford. This is a permanent, full‑time role working 9 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday. As an experienced LC Analyst, you’ll be familiar with your typical responsibilities across the entire analytical process – from sample extraction to data analysis and reporting of results.

You’ll be responsible for running a range of methods for the identification and quantification of pesticides, priority pollutants and emerging contaminants primarily using LC‑MS / MS. You may also need to work in the lab conducting the sample extraction, as required. Given the rapidly changing nature of the industry, there may also be a requirement to work with senior colleagues to develop methods for novel and/or newly emerging environmental contaminants and watch‑list chemicals in line with commercial requirements.

• Follow established procedures to perform trace organic analysis on a wide range of samples / matrices.
• Operate primarily triple quadrupole and single quadrupole LC‑MS instrumentation, together with other laboratory equipment, as required.
• Work with extraction staff within the laboratory to ensure samples are prepared for analysis according to business requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of LC‑MS / MS instrumentation.
• Prepare samples, solutions and reagents following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Process and interpret analytical results.

• Manual handling
• Handling chemicals and solvents
• Handling samples that are potentially biohazardous
• Handling of foods, including nuts

• Experience working within an accredited analytical testing laboratory, ideally within the environmental sector.
• Experience and understanding of single and triple quadrupole LC‑MS systems operating in both ESI and APCI ionisation modes.
• Use of Agilent Chemstation and Masshunter software would be desirable.
• Experience of sample preparation techniques – liquid extraction, solid phase extraction, QuEChERS, etc.
• Experience of conducting routine maintenance and troubleshooting of LC‑based systems.
• Minimum of a 2:1 BSc in Chemistry of closely related subject or equivalent industrial experience.
• Excellent time management skills, attention to detail and ability to cope under pressure.

Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource‑scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered.

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27 000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market‑leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

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