Location: Bedford
Type: Permanent
Hours: 14:00- 22:00 Monday- Friday
Russell Taylor is partnering with a global testing company who are looking to expand their analytical team/s at their modern state of the art testing UKAS testing facility. They are looking for two analysts in for their Gas Chromatography and Liquid Chromatography teams.
The role:
Either LC/MS or GC/MS analysis:
• Technical LC-MS expertise: Hands-on experience operating single and triple quadrupole LC-MS instrumentation (including ESI/APCI), alongside routine maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Confident operation of GC‑MS instrumentation, including routine maintenance, tuning and troubleshooting to maintain uptime and data quality.
• Analytical workflow execution: Skilled in sample preparation techniques such as LLE, SPE, and QuEChERS, with experience in trace-level organic analysis and strict adherence to established SOPs and quality control procedures.
• Data analysis and reporting: Proficient in processing chromatographic and mass spectral data, conducting quality control checks, and producing clear, accurate reports for stakeholders.
• Method development and problem solving: Experience in developing and optimising analytical methods for emerging or priority compounds, with adaptability to evolving regulatory requirements.
• Collaborative operations: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including laboratory staff and project personnel, to meet workflow targets and delivery timelines.
The Person:
• Will ideally hold a degree in a relevant- Scientific/ STEM (Chemistry biased) field or significant experience in a UKAS testing laboratory function.
• Experienced in using either GC/MS and/or LC/MS instruments (troubleshooting, maintenance exp)- in an accredited setting (UKAS, GLP, chemical etc).
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Salary description
£28000.00 - £32000.00 per year