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Senior Analytical Chemist £up to c70k + Bonus

South, ABJ6748

PERM - ONSITE

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Analytical Scientist to join a global Analytical Centre of Excellence supporting the development of innovative analytical capabilities for next-generation products.

Working within a multidisciplinary Research & Science environment, you will provide technical leadership in routine and advanced analytical testing, method development and data interpretation, delivering high-quality analytical data to support product development, scientific understanding, regulatory submissions and competitor analysis.

This role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation whilst collaborating with global scientific teams, external laboratories and academic partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and report routine and advanced analytical testing using approved methodologies and best laboratory practices.
• Develop, optimise, validate and deploy analytical methods within a quality-controlled laboratory environment, including ISO 17025 standards.
• Apply expert knowledge across a broad range of analytical techniques including GC-FID, GC-MS, GCxGC, HPLC and HPLC-MS/MS.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot sophisticated analytical instrumentation.
• Deliver accurate, timely and fit-for-purpose analytical data to support product development, lifecycle management and regulatory programmes.
• Interpret complex analytical datasets using appropriate informatics and data processing tools.
• Act as the analytical representative within multidisciplinary project teams, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external scientific partners.
• Produce high-quality technical reports, scientific publications and presentations.
• Monitor developments in analytical science, identifying opportunities to introduce new technologies and improve analytical capability.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory quality systems, Environmental, Health & Safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to project planning, resource management and continuous improvement initiatives across the analytical function.

Experience & Skills Required

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Significant industrial experience within an analytical laboratory or research environment.
• Strong practical knowledge of: GC-FID GC-MS GCxGC HPLC HPLC-MS/MS, Triple quad.
• Extensive experience in analytical method development, validation and deployment.
• Experience operating, calibrating, maintaining and troubleshooting advanced analytical instrumentation.
• Experience working within ISO 17025 accredited and/or GxP compliant laboratories.
• Experience using analytical informatics and data processing software to analyse and interpret complex datasets.
• Experience supporting technology transfer and third-party laboratory validation studies.
• Strong technical communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits Competitive salary +bonus + strong pension: Comprehensive benefits package.

Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.

Full Time. To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or apply for ABJ6748 to

Analytical Chemist (Mass Spectroscopy)
Leicestershire (commutable from Leicester, Nottingham and surrounding areas)
Salary - 30,000 - 35,000
12 month fixed term contract

SRG is working with a global manufacturer of petcare products, who research and develop new products for their global portfolio. Based in the Leicestershire area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their lab team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in mass spectroscopy (GC-MS, LC-MS) to grow and develop their skills in a leading company. Applications encouraged from people with industrial experience or PhD in analytical chemistry.

Role Description

• Operating mass spectrometry systems to generate and report high-quality analytical data.
• Preparing and extracting samples using established laboratory methods and protocols.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and records, including ELN documentation and routine instrument upkeep.
• Supporting method development and validation, including troubleshooting and refining analytical techniques.
• Ensuring laboratory compliance and knowledge sharing through training colleagues, communicating results, and adhering to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Recent experience with analytical techniques such as FT-ICR-MS, GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS
• Experience from within an industrial laboratory, alternatively could be educated to PhD level with a background in analytical chemistry
• Experience working in compliance with QSHE standards, including conducting risk assessments, SOP writing and routine equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of biological sample handling
• Full right to work in the UK.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on (phone number removed) . If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Shift Analytical Chemist

Rotating shift pattern - 4 on (2 days, 2 nights), 4 off

South Yorkshire (commutable from Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster and surrounding areas)

Salary - 30,000 - 37,000 (Including shift allowance)

Permanent

SRG is working with a leading manufacturer of speciality metals, alloys and materials. Based in the South Yorkshire area, a vacancy has come up for a member of their analytical laboratory team. This would include a shift pattern working 4 days on, 4 days off, two days and two nights. The role would suit a graduate or experienced chemist with a background in analytical metal testing or a background in metallurgy. Applications encouraged from people who've recently graduated and more experienced chemists

Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer

Benefits: 25 days holiday + holiday purchase scheme, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, healthcare scheme and an onsite gym with support from an employee assistance programme

Role Description

• Conducting sample preparation and performing analytical testing to meet internal and external customer requirements and deadlines
• Operating safely and compliantly in line with Health, Safety, Environmental, ISO and Quality standards
• Reporting test results, job updates, complaints and safety concerns to Shift Leaders as required
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness, housekeeping standards and safe working areas throughout each shift
• Supporting continuous shift operations through rota working, absence cover and minimising waste generation

Requirements

• HNC or Equivalent in Chemistry, Metallurgy or Materials Engineering
• Experience with sample preparation for metals and materials
• Experience using equipment like XRF and ICP-OES would be beneficial
• Ability to travel or relocate to the South Yorkshire area
• Full right to work in the UK

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior ICP-MS Analytical Chemist

Location Bedfordshire

Sector ICP-MS Contract Analytical

Salary Depending on experience c£35,000

Contract Full time and permanent

Our client is a specialist contract testing company that offer laboratory analysis services to the agrochemical industry. Based in Bedford, they are seeking a hard-working and enthusiastic Senior Analytical Chemist to join their environmental and pesticide analysis team on a full-time and permanent basis. If you have prior industry experience in environmental sample analysis using ICP-MS and are looking for a new challenge in a company who can foster a long-term career then please apply.

The Role

This is a role for individuals who have previously worked in an accredited (ISO 17025) analytical testing facility, utilising ICP-MS. As a Senior Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Analysing a variety of environmental and trace analysis samples from clients. This will include sample extractions.
• Developing and running methods for ICP-MS. You will also validate new methods you have developed.
• Supervising and training junior staff members.
• Working on multiple projects simultaneously, managing workload and timings as required.
• Sample preparation and general lab housekeeping including making stocks, reagents and solutions.
• Routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

Skills and Experience Needed

Suitable Applicants will have:

• A degree related to Chemistry or equivalent subject (essential those without a degree, but with accredited chemistry laboratory experience will also be considered).
• Several years of proven experience working in an accredited (UKAS / ISO 17025 / ISO 9001) environmental testing laboratory (essential).
• Proven experience using ICP-MS within for environmental samples (essential), ideally with method development and validation experience (desired).
• Prior training and supervision of staff (not official line management is fine) (essential).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high throughput laboratory (essential).
• Ability to work effectively in a team and individually (essential).
• Indefinite right to work in the UK, without the need for visa sponsorship now, or in the future (essential).

The Package

As an industry leader, our client is offering the chance to be part of a growing organisation on a permanent basis with a competitive salary and benefits package. They are able to offer support throughout your career and help with internal progression.

Senior GC-MS Analytical Chemist

Location Bedfordshire

Sector GC-MS Contract Analytical

Salary Depending on experience £40,000 - £50,000

Contract Full time and permanent

Our client is a specialist contract testing company that offer laboratory analysis services to the agrochemical industry. Based in Bedford, they are seeking a hard-working and enthusiastic Senior Analytical Chemist to join their inorganic analysis team on a full-time and permanent basis. If you have prior industry experience in organic analysis using Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and are looking for a new challenge in a company who can foster a long-term career then please apply.

The Role

This is a role for individuals who have previously worked in an accredited (ISO 17025) analytical testing facility. As a Senior Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Analysing a variety of client water, liquid waste and food samples across the environmental, agrochemical and waste industries.
• Developing and running methods for GC-MS, triple quad (GC-QQQ) and time-of-flight (GC-TOF).
• Working on multiple projects simultaneously, managing workload and timings as required.
• Sample preparation and general lab housekeeping including making stocks, reagents and solutions.
• Training new staff on processes.
• Routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

Skills and Experience Needed

Suitable Applicants will have:

• A degree related to Chemistry or equivalent subject (essential those without a degree, but with accredited chemistry laboratory experience will also be considered).
• Several years of proven experience working in an accredited (UKAS / ISO 17025 / ISO 9001) environmental testing laboratory (essential).
• Proven experience using GC-MS, with method development and validation experience (essential).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high throughput laboratory (essential).
• Ability to work effectively in a team and individually (essential).
• Indefinite right to work in the UK, without the need for visa sponsorship now, or in the future (essential).

The Package

As an industry leader, our client is offering the chance to be part of a growing organisation on a permanent basis with a competitive salary and benefits package. They are able to offer support throughout your career and help with internal progression.

Senior LC-MS Analytical Chemist

Location Bedfordshire

Sector LC-MS Contract Analytical

Salary Depending on experience £35,000 - £45,000

Contract Full time and permanent

Our client is a specialist contract testing company that offer laboratory analysis services to the agrochemical industry. Based in Bedford, they are seeking a hard-working and enthusiastic Senior Analytical Chemist to join their environmental and pesticide analysis team on a full-time and permanent basis. If you have prior industry experience in organic analysis using Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) and are looking for a new challenge in a company who can foster a long-term career then please apply.

The Role

This is a role for individuals who have previously worked in an accredited (ISO 17025) analytical testing facility. As a Senior Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Analysing a variety of environmental and pesticide samples from clients. This will include sample extractions.
• Developing and running methods for LC-MS, quantitative tandem mass spec (LC-MS/MS) and HPLC.
• Supervising and training junior staff members.
• Working on multiple projects simultaneously, managing workload and timings as required.
• Sample preparation and general lab housekeeping including making stocks, reagents and solutions.
• Routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

Skills and Experience Needed

Suitable Applicants will have:

• A degree related to Chemistry or equivalent subject (essential those without a degree, but with accredited chemistry laboratory experience will also be considered).
• Several years of proven experience working in an accredited (UKAS / ISO 17025 / ISO 9001) environmental testing laboratory (essential).
• Proven experience using LC-MS within this setting (essential), ideally with method development and validation experience (desired).
• Prior training and supervision of staff (not official line management is fine) (essential).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high throughput laboratory (essential).
• Ability to work effectively in a team and individually (essential).
• Indefinite right to work in the UK, without the need for visa sponsorship now, or in the future (essential).

The Package

As an industry leader, our client is offering the chance to be part of a growing organisation on a permanent basis with a competitive salary and benefits package. They are able to offer support throughout your career and help with internal progression.

Chemist Pilot Plant 24-25k

South East ABJ6755

TEMP - 6 months on site

An excellent opportunity for an early-career chemist to join a dynamic and supportive team within a modern laboratory environment.

This role is ideal for a chemist with a background in chemistry, biochemistry or manufacturing who is looking to develop hands-on experience in formulation, blending, and analytical testing. As chemist - lab technician you will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations while gaining exposure to wider technical and technology teams in a global setting.

As a chemist - Laboratory Technician / Lap Operator in an industrial manufacturing setting, you will support day-to-day lab activities, including formulation and blending work, coordinating tests, and preparing samples for dispatch. This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical lab skills while developing your knowledge in performance testing and analytical science.

You ll also have the chance to collaborate across teams, helping you grow your communication and technical skills in a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to maintaining high health & safety standards within the lab
• Prepare and blend formulations following established procedures and timelines
• Accurately record and maintain experimental data and results
• Coordinate and dispatch samples to internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to support lab activities
• Ensure all work meets required technical and quality standards
• Provide general support across laboratory and wider technology teams
• Assist with training new team members when required

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or background in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Industrial/Process Chemistry or similar
• Some laboratory or manufacturing experience (placement, internship, or work-based)
• Interest in formulation or blending (desirable but not essential)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop

They offer an opportunity to learn and grow. Exposure across several key global groups. Competitive salary. Wellbeing, Sports.

To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson quoting ABJ6755 on (T: (phone number removed) / (0)(phone number removed) directly, outlining your particular skills, experience and relevance to this post.

Salary: 28,000.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, weekly rotating shift pattern of 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00.

Location: Aldridge

West Midlands

WS9 8BL

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

As a Chemist you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• Analyse plant and incoming customer samples in line with company procedures, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Assess incoming bulk deliveries, record vehicle details and maintain accurate computerised records.
  
• Support the Technical Manager and Senior Chemist with laboratory equipment maintenance, paperwork and general lab duties.
  
• Maintain high standards of laboratory cleanliness, organisation and housekeeping.
  
• Help promote health, safety, environmental awareness and compliance with the site's EPR permit.
  

What we're looking for;

• A detail-focused and safety-conscious approach to laboratory and operational work.
  
• Ability to follow procedures accurately and maintain clear, reliable records.
  
• A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
  
• Someone who works well within a team and can support a range of technical and site-based tasks.
  
• Good organisation skills and pride in maintaining a clean, orderly working environment.
  
• Flexibility to work the rotating weekly shift pattern.
  

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Fantastic opportunity for an Analytical Scientist to join a leading pharmaceutical company supporting cutting edge pharmaceutical research and development.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Analyst with excellent knowledge of pharmaceutical analysis techniques. You will be responsible for performing routine and non-routine analysis of pharmaceutical products, using a range of modern and traditional analytical techniques including HPLC, Dissolution, KF and more. You will also be responsible for reviewing analytical data, supporting the development and validation of analytical methods and liaising with client representatives.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree in Chemistry (or closely related subject)
• Experience with relevant analytical techniques (HPLC, Dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV etc) utilised in a pharmaceutical development environment
• Experience working to GMP regulations
• Knowledge of troubleshooting analytical methodology is an advantage
• Strong communication and organisation skills

This role comes with excellent career progression opportunities and a competitive salary. Apply today to be considered!

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About the Company

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Analytical Development Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in providing technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction to our Analytical Development team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality analytical development projects while driving efficiency, innovation, and commercial success.

About the Role

As the Analytical Development Manager, you will:

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead and subject matter expert (SME) for method development and validation activities.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to the Analytical Development team to support their professional growth.
• Develop and implement best practices for efficient and effective method development projects.
• Drive the profitability and performance of the Analytical Development team.
• Manage relationships with third-party outsource companies.
• Support scientific marketing and business development activities.
• Oversee the scheduling, prioritization, and delivery of projects to meet client expectations, quality standards, and commercial objectives.
• Write and review technical documents, including test methods, validation protocols, and reports.
• Provide scientific consultancy to support commercial sales activities and client acquisition.

Qualifications

Essential:

• A degree in Science, Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry (PhD is desirable).
• 8+ years of experience in method development within a regulated analytical laboratory environment (a relevant PhD may count towards this experience).
• Extensive expertise in analytical method development, optimization, and validation with chromatographic techniques.
• Strong knowledge of ICH, USP, EP, and other regulatory guidance related to analytical method validation.
• Proven ability to design, lead, and deliver complex analytical development programs in regulated environments.
• Experience mentoring and coaching team members to support technical competency and career development.
• Commercial acumen with experience in supporting quotations and technical proposals.

Preferred:

• Experience authoring and reviewing technical content for regulatory submissions.
• Experience acting as an SME during regulatory inspections and client audits.
• Knowledge of analytical method transfers between laboratories.
• Strong client communication skills.
• Experience managing departmental KPIs, resource forecasting, and laboratory capacity planning.

Pay range and compensation package

• Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 (depending on experience).
• Holidays: 25 days per annum plus statutory holidays, with the option to purchase up to one additional week.
• Broughton Day: Option of a fixed day off every 2 or 3 weeks through salary sacrifice.
• Pension: Auto-enrolment.
• Annual Bonus: Up to 10% based on company and personal performance.
• Life Insurance: 2x basic salary death in service.
• Health Care: Cash Plan Health Care cover.

If you are a driven and experienced professional with a passion for analytical development and team leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to improve public health and well-being through innovative scientific solutions.