Analytical Chemist (Scientist) - Supplements and Feeds Testing

Job Description

Are you looking to make an impact in the field of analytical chemistry?

We have an opportunity for an Analytical Chemist (Scientist) to join our dynamic Supplements and Feeds team based in Fordham, Cambridgeshire.

Working across a diverse range of supplement, food and feed matrices, you will carry out analytical testing using advanced chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques, playing an important role in testing products for substances prohibited in sport.

Our testing services and Informed certification programmes support elite athletes, manufacturers and consumers worldwide by providing independent testing and helping organisations manage product quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and extraction procedures, including solid-phase (SPE) and liquid-liquid extractions, incorporating both manual and automated liquid handling.
• Operate advanced analytical instrumentation, including GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS and high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) spectrometry.
• Analyse and review analytical data using TraceFinder and MassHunter software.
• Work in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements within an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and contribute to the consistent delivery of high-quality analytical results.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working in a commercial food testing or analytical laboratory.
• Practical experience with LC-MS and/or GC-MS techniques.
• Experience with high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) spectrometry is desirable.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025, or other laboratory quality systems is desirable.
• A methodical approach to laboratory work, with strong attention to detail and data quality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative laboratory team.

Additional Information

Our Values:

1. Passion: Pride in our achievements engenders passion for our work and it translates into our ambition to make the world a safer place.
2. Curiosity: We constantly look forward to what's next: our curiosity for today's discoveries makes tomorrow's innovations possible.
3. Integrity: A commitment to high ethical standards has been at the heart of LGC since we started testing the integrity of products in 1842.
4. Brilliance: We strive to be the very best in everything we say and do. We exceed customers' expectations through innovation and pioneering science.
5. Respect: We respect gender, age, nationality, religion and individuality – our diversity is our strength.

We deliver world-class solutions and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive and achieve their full potential!

We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief. We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.

For more information about us, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

Company Description

LGC ASSURE Sports & Specialised Analytical Services is an internationally recognised testing laboratory specialising in banned substance and anti-doping analysis. Our work spans three key areas: Animal sports medication and doping control, Human drug testing, and Supplement testing and product certification.