Senior ICP-MS Analytical Chemist

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 ..... full job details .....