The Scientist is part of Broughton’s Laboratory Operations team. Principally responsible for performing chemical analyses on customers’ products within agreed deadlines and quality standards (GMP, ISO, UKAS).
Responsibilities / Objectives
- Perform analytical testing on client products
- Adhere to study protocols
- Adhere to company policy and procedure e.g. Dignity at work, Health & Safety, ALCOA
- Record data in a timely and accurate manner
Key tasks
- To perform chemical analysis to produce high-quality, compliant data for clients within the agreed timeframes.
- Preparation of reagents
- Preparation of samples and standards used in the testing
- Instrumental techniques to be employed include:
- HPLC, LC-MS
- GC-FID, GC-MS
- CETI-8
- Maintaining the standards of housekeeping required in the laboratory
- Production of data in accordance with the Quality Management System, including but not limited to, data tabulation and verification of data and workbooks.
- Comply with the instructions given in test methods/study plans etc. Any deviation from these instructions should be documented and communicated directly to the line manager or study director/principal investigator for studies.
More advanced skills
- Train out study protocols and investigate OOT results, authoring non-conformances, e.g. INC’s and Deviations.
- Support client projects through writing and reviewing protocols, booking in samples and coordinating subcontracted analytical requirements.
- Analysis and verification of scientific data, interpreting results and communicating results effectively, through both written and verbal communication.
- Use a variety of data handling/manipulation programmes to ensure data is provided in a clear and legible format e.g. Excel, Crystal Reports and/or Minitab.
Any other duties as required to fulfil business goals
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Graduate of chemistry or a related subject. 2 years of laboratory experience would be considered as an alternative.
Key skills and attributes
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Essential |
Preferred |
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Good technical problem-solving skills |
Able to offer solutions to problems |
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Good verbal reasoning |
Experience with statistical packages |
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Competent with standard ‘Office’ applications (Excel, Word etc) |
Experience with Chromatography, Mass spectrometry and a CDS |
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Strong individual contributor and team player |
Root Cause Analysis and problem solving experience. |
Salary and benefits
Salary £29,872 - £32,500.
Broughton DayOption of a fixed day off every 2 or 3 weeks through salary sacrifice
Holidays 25 days per year plus statutory holidays
Option to purchase up to 1 week’s holiday through salary sacrifice
PensionAuto-enrolment
Annual bonus£1,200 based on company and personal performance.
Life Insurance2 x death in service
Health Care Cash plan
Scientist / Analytical Chemist employer: Broughton
Broughton is an exceptional employer located in Earby, offering a dynamic work environment where scientific excellence meets personal growth. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive benefits including an annual bonus and generous holiday allowance, and a culture that promotes collaboration and continuous improvement, Broughton empowers its team to make a meaningful impact in public health and well-being. Join us to lead innovative projects and mentor the next generation of scientists in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
