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Russell Taylor Group Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 1NU, England
£32,000 - £38,400 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for a permanent GC Analyst/Laboratory Analyst based in Bedfordshire, working Monday to Friday during the day.
- The role involves operating and maintaining various instruments, ensuring timely analysis of samples, and supporting senior analysts with result reviews.
- Candidates should have a BSc in Chemistry or a closely related field, along with experience in an analytical testing laboratory, particularly with GC-MS and/or GC-MS/MS instrumentation.
- The job requires good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Salary information is not provided in the job description, but relevant experience in the field is required.
Type: Permanent
Hours: Days, Monday - Friday (onsite/ lab based)
Location: Bedfordshire
Our client, a major - national -testing company is looking to recruit an experienced GC Analyst who will work at their new facility in Bedford. This is an exciting time to join this company whilst they experience this period of growth.
As an Analyst, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of various instruments. You will ensure that samples are analysed in a timely manner by scheduling time on instruments and communicating with extractors and senior analysts to ensure an efficient process. You will review results and highlight any anomalous results and provide support to senior analysts.
The Role:
Follow established procedures to perform trace organic analysis on a wide range of samples/matrices.
Operates primary assigned instrumentation within the GC section.
Processes and interprets analytical results for entry onto LIMS.
Applies correct QC requirements for analyses.
Performs routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
Maintains accurate data records.
Maintains a safe working environment in accordance with company policy.
Follows company Quality Policy.
Raises QC queries and non-conforming work as needed.
Prepare samples, solutions and reagents following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Works with extraction staff to ensure samples are prepared for analysis according to customer requirements.
The Person:
BSc in Chemistry or closely related subject, or equivalent industrial experience.
Experience working within an analytical testing laboratory, operating GC-MS and/or GC-MS/MS instrumentation, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
Sample preparation techniques e.g. liquid: liquid extraction, solid phase extraction etc.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
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