Analyst, Science, Research Scientist

Overview

Element has an excellent opportunity for an experienced ANALYST within the Organics Department at its busy Deeside laboratories. Your duties will include preparing and analysing routine and non‑routine samples using GC‑FID and GC‑MS instrumentation in accordance with company methods and adhering to all quality aspects required in an accredited laboratory. Full training will be provided.

Element Deeside is the largest analytical chemistry laboratory within the Element Group and the market‑leading UK laboratory undertaking the testing of soils, waters, wastes, oils, NAPLs, ambient air, soil vapours and gases from all over the world. The laboratory undertakes high‑volume routine analysis as well as offering bespoke method development, technical support and hydrocarbon forensic interpretations to enhance the support we can deliver.

• Preparing standards for calibration and quality purposes
• Conducting analysis and reporting of results in accordance with company methods and procedures
• Controlling instrument and method validation
• Ensuring all analytical procedures comply with accreditation quality standards
• Ensuring adherence to good laboratory practice and housekeeping at all times
• Instrument calibration, routine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Prioritising workloads to ensure work is completed in a timely manner
• Ensuring a continual supply of laboratory consumables by monitoring stock levels and placing orders
• Development and documentation of methods in conjunction with senior analytical staff
• Following health and safety procedures

• Degree qualification in Chemistry or a related subject would be preferential
• Level 3 (or above) in Chemistry and other science or maths subjects
• Experience with in a commercial analytical laboratory would be advantageous
• Alternative qualifications will be considered depending on relevant equivalent experience
• Highly motivated and organised individual, who is a team player
• Positive attitude
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. With more than 9,000 people operating from 270 sites across 30 countries, we offer a global laboratory network of scientists, engineers and technologists that support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes and market access.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work‑related criteria and without regard to age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with applicable governing laws. We are an equal‑opportunity employer that recognises diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

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