Student Placement - Analytical Chemistry/Anti-Doping Testing in Fordham

Fordham Placement No home office possible

Student Placement – Analytical Chemistry/Anti-Doping Testing

Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Department: Scientific / Technical Science

Human Testing Student – Placement year – July 2026 to August 2027

13 Month Student Placement Opportunity (aimed at applicants currently undertaking a relevant degree)

LGC ASSURE is offering an exciting 13-month Student Placement opportunity in Fordham, Cambridgeshire.

Our Sports & Specialised Analytical Services business specialises in banned substance and anti-doping testing, working across key areas like human drug testing, animal sports medication, and supplement certification.

Join us in the Human Drug Testing team to gain hands‑on experience and learn from industry leaders!

This placement is within the Human Drug Testing Team which forms part of LGC’s Sport and Specialised Analytical Services (SSAS) department located in Fordham. Primary activities include the analysis of drugs of abuse from a wide range of matrices, including blood, hair, fingerprints and urine. Human Drug Testing is a rapidly growing area of science for LGC.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain industry experience and work alongside our industry leading scientists in our ISO accredited laboratories. You will gain a wide range of practical laboratory skills which are supported by our in‑house training.

Key Responsibilities:

You will be working to ISO 17025 quality systems and working alongside our experienced scientists you will be involved in routine sample analysis and method development.
You will be using a variety of sample preparation and detection techniques including SPE, LLE, GCMS/MS and LC‑MS/MS (including High Resolution Accurate Mass technology) to detect and identify a wide range of prohibited substances.
In addition to routine screening services, there may also be opportunities to be involved in project work.

What we need from you:

Studying towards a Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or related subject
Conscientious and meticulous in laboratory work
Excellent time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
Team player, able to work flexibly with initiative

We offer a flexible approach to work, in a friendly and informal environment.

Our Values:

At LGC, we live by our core values which guide our actions and decisions every day:

PASSION
CURIOSITY
INTEGRITY
BRILLIANCE
RESPECT

We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief. We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.

Join us in our mission to deliver world‑class health care solutions and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth.

For more information about us, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com/assure