At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse food safety samples and develop innovative LC-MS methods.
- Company: Join Fera, a leader in food safety and biosecurity.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, 25+ days holiday, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and a dynamic team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real-world impact while collaborating with experts globally.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of mass spectrometry and hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Join us as a Scientist and make an invaluable contribution to our Food Safety & Biosecurity! As a scientist, you’ll carry out the analysis of residues and chemical contaminants in foodstuffs, packaging material and environmental matrices by using LC‑MS/MS and GC‑MS/MS, contribute to method development, and support the ongoing performance and reliability of our analytical instrumentation. You’ll also have opportunities to share your knowledge through training and collaboration across teams.
What you’ll be doing:
- Analyse samples using established methods and novel techniques.
- Report data to internal teams for timely delivery of external deadlines to accreditation standards.
- Contribute to the development of new LC-MS methods.
- Contribute to instrument maintenance and repair, training others as required.
- Be aware of and follow the appropriate quality assurance and safety procedures.
- Write and work from Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to defined quality standards.
- Deliver training to internal staff and external delegates.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of mass spectrometry.
- Hands-on experience with LC‑MS/MS and/or GC‑MS/MS, including data processing.
- Familiarity with MassLynx, MassHunter or Chromeleon (desirable).
- Confident IT skills with the ability to quickly learn bespoke software.
- Willingness and aptitude to learn and implement new laboratory techniques.
- A flexible, adaptable and self‑motivated approach.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- A methodical mindset with proven troubleshooting ability.
- Experience working within a quality‑driven environment (e.g. UKAS, GLP or equivalent).
- A collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships.
What’s in it for you?
- 25 days’ holiday (rising to 29) with the opportunity to buy & sell extra leave.
- Flexible working hours, on-site gym, restaurant, and free parking.
- The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice.
- Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more.
- Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
- Fera operates a LTIP (Long Term Incentive Plan) under which all employees are awarded points towards shares in the Employee Benefits Trust on an annual basis.
We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone.
Scientist - LC-MS in York employer: FERA
Fera is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where innovation is encouraged. With benefits like flexible working hours, generous holiday allowances, and a unique Long Term Incentive Plan, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to vital work in food safety and biosecurity.
