Scientist / Analytical Chemist

The Scientist is part of Broughton's Laboratory Operations team. Principally responsible for performing chemical analyses on customers' products within agreed deadlines and quality standards (GMP, ISO, UKAS).

Responsibilities / Objectives

• Perform analytical testing on client products
• Adhere to study protocols
• Adhere to company policy and procedure e.g. Dignity at work, Health & Safety, ALCOA
• Record data in a timely and accurate manner

Key tasks

• To perform chemical analysis to produce high-quality, compliant data for clients within the agreed timeframes.
• Preparation of reagents
• Preparation of samples and standards used in the testing
• Instrumental techniques to be employed include:
  • HPLC, LC-MS
  • GC-FID, GC-MS
  • CETI-8
• Maintaining the standards of housekeeping required in the laboratory
• Production of data in accordance with the Quality Management System
• Comply with the instructions given in test methods/study plans etc. Any deviation from these instructions should be documented and communicated directly to the line manager or study director/principal investigator for studies.
• Any other duties as required to fulfil business goals

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Good technical problem-solving skills - Essential
Good verbal reasoning - Essential
Competent with standard MS Office applications - Essential
Strong individual contributor and team player - Essential
Experience in statistical packages - Preferred

Degree in Chemistry or equivalent. Industry experience preferred but not essential