We offer commercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritional and health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, and wines and spirits.
Campden BRI offers commercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritional and health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, and wines and spirits. You could be part of a high volume testing laboratory learning wet chemistry techniques and instrumentation, including HPLC, ICP, GC MS, LC MS and more! We harness and encourage new talent into our business. If you’re an engaged and passionate future scientist, who is eager to start your ‘Campden BRI Journey’ in summer ’24, then we want to hear from you!
Our non-exhaustive list of food testing includes:
* Chemical analyses
* Analysis of the physical properties of foods
* Identification of chemical and physical contaminants
* Authenticity testing
* Evaluation of how a product tastes and what the consumer thinks of it
* Development and evaluation of testing methods
* Specialised analyses for wheat and flour
Position
* To undertake analysis in our Chemistry laboratories of food & drink samples focusing mainly on chromatography, together with all associated activities. This could involve analysis by GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC and ICP.
* Booking in of samples, preparation of samples, and reporting of results to clients.
* Routine analysis of foodstuffs and associated materials using instrumental methods e.g. HPLC and LC-MS.
* Produce accurate laboratory records, calculate results, collate data for inclusion in scientific reports, and produce reports for bespoke and routine analysis.
* To ensure all aspects of quality are managed according to the Campden BRI standards, including maintaining QC records for UKAS accredited methods.
* Responding to client enquiries relating to testing within the section.
* Training and supervision of junior staff as required.
* Basic maintenance and calibration of equipment, including GC-MS, LC-MS and HPLC systems.
Requirements
* You will be a dedicated Chemistry graduate.
* Experience of using your initiative and the ability to take responsibility (evidenced by volunteering, extracurricular activities, work).
* Interest in food & drink analytical chemistry.
* Competent in the use of Excel and Word.
* Experience working in a laboratory environment would be beneficial.
* Ability to undertake routine analysis with minimal supervision.
* Good organisational skills for managing workload and complex projects.
Additional Information:
Please note due to our rural location you must be able to drive and have your own transport.
The site is within driving distance of several towns, including Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham and Evesham.
Working hours: Monday-Friday 8.45am-5.15pm (4.30pm finish on Fridays).
We regret that we can't consider visa sponsorship for this role and your application will only be considered if you hold the right to work in the UK.
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