Assistant Scientist

We are recruiting for 2 full time Assistant Scientists in the Chemistry Function on a permanent basis

These roles will be based in our Angus Smith Building, Eurocentral

Here at SEPA, we’re 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.

That’s why, when you join us as Assistant Scientist, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.

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 on the environment. As Assistant Scientist, that involves:

• Deliver environmental monitoring and analysis within Environmental Evidence Laboratory Services

  Preparing and analysing environmental samples, following established protocols and procedures

  Following ISO
  17025 requirements to ensure data integrity and reproducibility

  Useallocatedequipment, carryout or arrange 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

This is a highly important role within our Evidence & Water Resilience portfolio, which means you’ll need:

• Relevant experience or qualification equivalent to Scottish Credit and Qualification framework (SCQF) level6-7
• Proven experience of working in aquality assured laboratory ideallywithISO 17025 accreditation
• Proven experience of effectively working in a team environment
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements relevant to the role
• Good Interpersonal,oralandwritten communication skills as well asgoodorganisationalskills, such as planning, prioritisation of workload

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We’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and h as:

• 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 to perform at their best.

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.

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.

Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career.

Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best, and make the biggest impact.

We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis.

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