Senior LC Analyst

This role is located in Marchwood, within the Cawood Scientific Environment Division.Marchwood, part of Cawood, was established in 1998 and performs a range of specialist analytical testing services to customers operating in the Environmental, Industrial and Agricultural Sectors from its three laboratories based in the South and North of England. As a leading UK Dioxin and Furans analysis laboratory and the UK’s leading specialist laboratory for independent occupational hygiene analysis, Marchwood offers a range of services for the environmental, occupational and food/feed sectors.Learn more about Marchwood by clicking here.

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior LC Analyst

Location:Marchwood - Southampton

Company:Cawood

Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior LC Analyst to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will provide additional expertise and resources for the analysis of customer samples using LCMSMS techniques and help expand our LC testing services, specifically relating to PFAS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine analysis on customer samples using LCMSMS, adhering to deadlines and quality standards (ISO 17025 and MCERTS).
• Accurately record and analyze data, identifying possible deviations and ensuring compliance with system suitability checks, calibrations, and AQC charts.
• Undertake and assist with the investigation of queries and non-conformance.
• Perform routine and non-routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions to minimize unplanned instrument downtime.
• Plan and perform validation work to improve existing methods and develop new methods to support client requests and company growth strategy.
• Assist with the validation of new instruments as required.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and local management.
• Prepare standards and solutions and aid in the preparation/extraction of samples if required.
• Maintain a high standard of personal knowledge and skills relevant to the role through company-led and self-directed learning.
• Work with minimal supervision, prioritizing and managing workload in conjunction with the supervisor.
• Act as a coach and mentor for less knowledgeable colleagues in areas of subject matter expertise (LCMSMS).
• Comply with company health and safety requirements, adopting a proactive safety attitude to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Participate in wider laboratory support teams such as spill team, fire warden, first aid team, HS rep, quality team, or internal audit team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in LCMSMS analysis and relevant software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and MCERTS standards.