Part Time Junior Lab Analyst

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

We’re proud to be an armed forces-friendly place to work and welcome applications from reservists, armed forces veterans (including the wounded, injured and sick), as well as cadet instructors, and military spouses and partners.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Purpose of the post:

To perform routine chemical testing and analysis of samples in accordance with laboratory procedures, UKAS requirements, and ISO 17025 standards. The role supports the delivery of accurate, reliable, and timely analytical results while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping.

• Prepare standards, reagents, and samples in accordance with approved laboratory methods and procedures.
• Carry out chemical analysis using a range of analytical techniques, laboratory equipment, and instrumentation.
• Ensure testing is completed accurately and within agreed turnaround times.
• Report any analytical, equipment, or quality issues to the Team Leader or Laboratory Manager.
• Enter analytical data accurately into Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and other databases.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and traceable laboratory records.
• Review results for accuracy and consistency before reporting.
• Register and record sample details upon receipt into the laboratory.
• Label, store, and dispose of samples in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, consumables, and work areas.
• Support routine maintenance, calibration, and performance checks of laboratory instruments.
• Contribute to housekeeping activities to ensure a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Follow all laboratory quality procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in maintaining records required for UKAS accreditation and compliance with ISO 17025.
• Participate in quality control activities, proficiency testing, and internal audits as required.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably requested by the Laboratory Manager or Team Leader.
• Participate in training and competency assessment programmes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Water Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline. Understanding of basic chemistry principles and laboratory practices.
• Basic practical laboratory skills. Ability to follow standard operating procedures and test methods. Ability to accurately record and manage data.
• Strong attention to detail. Good organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy. Good communication skills.
• Experience gained through academic laboratory work placements or practical laboratory training
• Bachelor / Master degree in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Water Chemistry, or closely related scientific discipline.

At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues special life events, and we are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities.

As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement
• Annual Leave Sellback Scheme
• Additional Annual Leave at Employees set service dates
• Company Pension Plan
• Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service)
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes
• Worldwide career opportunities
• We also have in place rewards recognising the great work our employees deliver, their dedicated service and…