Senior Technician – Analytical Science

Job Title:

Senior Technician – Analytical Science

Location:

Reading (RG6 6LA
) Rate: £23.03ph Umbrella (Inside IR35)

Employment Type:

Contract (05/09/2027)

Hours:

Standard 36 Hours Per Week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm Reference: K1208 Position Purpose Statement The role at Senior Technician is to be responsible for performing a range of routine analyses ensuring that projects are completed effectively and meet the customer’s contractual agreements. Schedule and perform chemical analysis and report work in accordance with the quality standards. This role focuses on the analysis of products using techniques such as HPLC and LC-MS and may also include training in IC, GC, GC-MS, GC-FID, and Wet Chemistry methods.

The position will be primarily based at the Reading location although may require attendance of any of the our client's sites. Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities Technical Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. Perform a range of routine analysis using (enter name of techniques) under supervision of a senior member of staff.

To perform analytical work following validation protocols. Operate basic lab equipment as directed. Be proficient in the use of generic software packages including Laboratory’s LIMS system, ELN and Q-Pulse and a range of specific software packages required for the role such as Open Lab, Chromeleon, Chemstation, Mass Hunter and Mass Lynx. Provide training in routine activities and methods. Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed.

Will be expected to cross train and work in different laboratories if the demand is required. Communication & Influence Work as part of an efficient analytical team Participate in the preparation of client quotes QEHS Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed. To complete assigned quality actions in a timely manner Assist with the documentation of SOPs for simple equipment and tests and generation of Risk Assessments and COSHH To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.

To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS. Ensure training records are accurate. Knowledge: including education, qualifications and training Educated to Degree / HNC level in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory.

- Required Good understanding of basic lab equipment
- Preferred Skills/Leadership Competencies Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team Required Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. Required Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions. Required Good written and verbal communication skills. Required Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn. Required Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.

Required Computer literate in standard MS office applications Required Experience Practical experience in (enter as appropriate) Preferred Scientific understanding and ability to conduct chemical analysis in relevant area under supervision Required

Experience of working in a regulated environment. Preferred Languages English fluency (written and spoken) Required INSIDE IR35