LCMS Analyst
Location – Bedford (On-site position)
Sector – Environmental / Analytical Services
Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 14:00–22:00
Position – Permanent, Full-time
Our client is an established analytical organisation supporting large-scale monitoring programmes and specialist projects across the environmental and regulated sectors. Based within a UKAS-accredited laboratory, they are now seeking an experienced LCMS Analyst to join their analytical team.
The role:
Working within the analytical laboratory, you will be responsible for the operation of LC–MS/MS instrumentation , supporting routine analysis, monitoring programmes and method development.
Key responsibilities will include:
Operating single and triple quadrupole LC–MS/MS systems, including ESI/APCI.
Carrying out routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and performance checks.
Performing analytical testing in line with SOPs, QC requirements and laboratory procedures.
Processing and interpreting chromatographic and mass spectral data and producing accurate reports.
Supporting method optimisation and development, particularly for emerging and priority contaminants.
Working closely with laboratory and project teams to ensure analytical work is delivered accurately and to agreed timescales.
Suitable applicants:
The key requirement for this position is strong practical experience operating LC–MS/MS instrumentation within a laboratory environment.
Applicants should ideally have:
Proven experience with single and/or triple quadrupole LC–MS systems.
Practical experience with Ionisation techniques (ESI and/or APCI).
Experience working within an accredited or regulated analytical laboratory.
Good understanding of LC–MS data interpretation, QC and reporting.
Experience troubleshooting analytical methods and instrumentation.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage work within a high-throughput laboratory.
A BSc (2:1) in Chemistry or a related subject, or equivalent industrial experience.
Experience with Agilent ChemStation/MassHunter, PFAS...
LCMS Analyst in Bedford employer: taylorollinson Ltd Careers
As a leading life science biospecimen provider located in Burgess Hill, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in the field of medical research. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for professional growth, we are committed to supporting our Supply Chain Specialists in their career development while ensuring they play a vital role in advancing healthcare solutions.
Contact Details:
taylorollinson Ltd Careers Recruitment Team
