Laboratory Analyst - Global Chemicals Company
Contract: 6 months
Location: Royston, UK
Salary: £17.00 - £18.00 per hour
Hours: 38 hours per week
Job Purpose:
This is a full-time, temporary role as a Laboratory Analyst. You will work as part of the Analytical, Calibration, Metallographic, and benchtop chemistry teams. The department duties can vary and offer scope for further multi-skilling and development, primarily including the preparation of samples for analysis in solid or liquid form using an ICP, preparing and testing material for hardness, and viewing its surface/grain structure using various types of microscopes, including inverted microscopes and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope). Other tasks include using benchtop chemistry techniques to quantify elements in various material forms and chemically treating alloys of impurities.
Key Responsibilities will include:
* Ensure all regulations regarding EHS and security are strictly observed.
* Prepare samples for analysis submitted by approved procedure with due regard to required accuracy, precision, and delivery times.
* Prepare standard stock solutions and calibration standards as required.
* Ensure volumetric flasks of completed test samples are disposed of appropriately and consumables are stocked to minimum levels.
* Carry out routine analysis/tests on samples.
* Prepare samples for ICP-OES analysis by approved procedure with due regard to required accuracy, precision, and delivery times.
* Run samples on ICP-OES with varying ablation techniques.
* Analyse material using XRF microfocus.
* Ensure work is performed at minimum cost by making efficient use of time, equipment, and materials.
* Maintain the integrity of the samples and process at all times.
Candidate Requirements:
* Bachelors or Masters in Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Sciences (or related field)
* Analytical lab experience essential
* ICP experience desired
* Chemistry skills desired
* Experience working on an ICP and supporting benchtop chemistry processes for preparation of samples for analysis, with some industrial background in chemicals or pharmaceuticals.
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