Job Description

Analytical Support Chemist

The role will sit within a group of chemists, particle scientists and engineers who provide scientific innovations to support the development of safe, cost-effective, and sustainable processes. The primary purpose of this role will be to provide analytical support and guidance to laboratory scientists. It will provide an opportunity to learn invaluable skills and techniques to start or build upon a career in a laboratory-based research environment.

Accountabilities

●  Provide analytical support and guidance on development and troubleshooting of chromatographic methods, with an emphasis on HPLC, GC and mass spectrometry

●  Identify opportunities for improvements, by adopting new technologies, enhancing our facilities and our work environment

●  Work with colleagues to drive the service level offering of the team  

Who we are looking for? We seek people who are enthusiastic about learning and working as part of a science community driven by rigorous experimentally based research.

The following attributes are essential:

●  A minimum of BSc or equivalent in Chemistry or other Scienced based subject

●  Previous experience and knowledge of LC, GC and MS including method development, planning calibrations and quantitative analysis.

●  A team player with good interpersonal skills

●  Broad IT skills with an enthusiasm to learn new software solutions and basic programming skills

●  Proactive approach and willingness to take on new challenges  

What can we offer you?  

●  Contract role (12 months) based in our Research and Development site

●  Flexible hours

●  The opportunity to apply your analytical knowledge and attention to detail within the chemical industry. 

●  A highly collaborative, diverse and friendly work environment.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients